Full time, Traineeship
No experience required
1 day ago, from Golden West Apprenticeships
Position Overview:
The purpose of this Dental Assistant Traineeship in Toowoomba is to provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge through completing on-the-job working experience and training with an employer whilst completing a nationally recognised course of training through a registered training organisation.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Dental assistants prepare patients for oral examination and assist other dental workers, such as dentists, dental therapists and dental hygienists, in providing treatment to the teeth, mouth and gums.
Day-to-day tasks may include:
Receiving patients and preparing them for necessary dental procedures. Preparing surgery for dental treatment with correct instruments/materials for use as directed by the operator. Recording findings from oral examinations. Providing instruments and dispensing materials during oral examinations or treatments, as directed by the operator. Providing pre- and post-operative instructions for patients undergoing general or local anaesthesia. Clearing the patient's mouth of saliva or dental materials used in the treatment by operating handheld suction or air and water-spraying equipment. Cleaning and sterilising instruments used after treatment. Cleaning and tidying the surgery, and implementing standard decontamination. Essential Criteria:
- A willingness to develop skills and knowledge.
- The ability to listen, follow instructions and ask for assistance when required.
- The desire to make a positive contribution to the workplace by being punctual, showing interest and adhering to the relevant workplace policies and procedures.
- The ability to act responsibly and safely in the workplace.
- The ability to develop effective working relationships both in the workplace as well as with Golden West Apprenticeships team members.
- The ability to complete timesheets correctly and on-time.
Desirable Criteria:
- Work experience in your chosen industry.
Position Requirements:
To fulfil the requirements of the Dental Assistant Traineeship with Golden West Apprenticeships you will:
- Abide by the terms and conditions of the Training Contract.
- Complete Golden West Apprenticeships inductions.
- Perform work in a satisfactory manner.
- Commit to and complete the Training Plan in the timeframe allocated by completing theory-based assessments and demonstrating skills through competency-based assessments to the best of your ability.
- Comply with registration relevant to your field of work, in particular the Further Education and Training Act and the Work Health and Safety Act.
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