Dental Clinic Assistant

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Level/Salary: PSO Level 2 $70,432 - $75,516 p.a pro rata
Work Type: Permanent - Full Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Unit/Directorate: Dental Health Services
Location: Karratha
Closing Date: 2024-05-31 4:00 PM
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-About this roleThe Dental Clinic Assistant supports the Dentist and Dental Therapist in the day to day administration and running of the school Dental Clinic as well as providing chairside clinical assistance. This role involves assisting during the examination and treatment of primary school children. You are also responsible for maintaining patient records in accordance with Dental Health Service policies.This role reports to the Area Dental Therapist.What we are looking forAre you looking for the next step in your career in Dental Health? Do you want to avoid the city life, and work in a position where you can meet new people and contribute to the health and wellbeing of patients in these small community based towns.We are seeking enthusiastic and suitably qualified Dental Clinic Assistants with well-developed communication skills, who thrive working as part of a small team to deliver high quality oral healthcare, including education.We want to mentor you in your career, whilst working in a supportive environment and learning from our senior team members.LocationKarratha, located 1253km north of Perth, is one of the largest and fastest growing towns in the north. Known predominantly for its contribution to the mining industry, the natural beauty here was once overlooked. Adjoining the port of Dampier you are just a hop away from the Dampier Archipelago - one of the best kept snorkelling and diving secrets with 42 islands and islets to explore in an expansive 45 km radius! If you are more comfortable on land you have fresh water swimming holes, gorges and 4WD tracks to occupy you.It's central location also makes it the ideal base for exploring other natural delights such as the Karijini National Park, with 100 metre chasms and a 1,235-metre high mountain four billion years old. Or a walk along the Jaburara Trail to uncover the largest collection of Aboriginal rock engravings on the planet. Not to mention the proximity to the iconic Ningaloo Reef.Karratha has all the amenities of any up and coming city, without compromising on the nature around.What we offerIn addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits

• Diverse and inclusive culture
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities
• Discounted access to gyms and leisure centres as part of Fitness Passport
• No after-hours or weekend work
• Professional and location-based allowances
• 11% employer superannuation contribution. For more information on superannuation

. * Generous salary packaging - increasing your take home pay;

• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
• Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
• Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a personal car and associated expenses
• Opportunity to access Remote Area Benefits in addition to the above

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.Want to know more about this role?You can contact Lee Brain, Coordinator Dental Assisting Services on 08 9313 0531 or to discuss your suitability for the role and the application process.We think you’ll like it hereOur employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.Ready to join our team?Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.Your application should include:

• A cover letter introducing yourself and a copy of your resume summarising your experience and achievements relevant to this position (see the attached Job Description Form)
• The names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further.North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, innovation and care to apply for this role.NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Lee Brain on 08 9313 0531.