About This RoleThe Dental Clinic Assistant supports the Dentist in the day to day administration and running of the clinic as well as providing chairside clinical assistance.
This role involves assisting during the examination and treatment of patients.
You are also responsible for maintaining patient records in accordance with Dental Health Service policies.In this role you are also required to assist in the General Dental Clinic and travel to communities outside of Broome to treat eligible patients.This role reports to the Area Dental Therapist / Dental Clinic Coordinator.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.LocationLocated on the eastern edge of WA's tropical coast, Broome is the gateway to Kimberley, one of the worlds great wildernesses.
Broome boasts a diverse culture and with a wide range of cultural, historical and natural beauty spots to admire.What We OfferWhen not based in town allowances, accommodation and travel is included.In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:Diverse and inclusive cultureProfessional development and continuous learning opportunitiesDiscounted access to gyms and leisure centres as part of Fitness PassportNo after-hours or weekend workProfessional and location-based allowances11.5% employer superannuation contributionGenerous salary packaging - increasing your take home pay:Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expensesUp to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hireAccess to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a personal car and associated expensesOpportunity to access Remote Area Benefits in addition to the aboveNMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.Want to know more about this role?Prior to applying, we strongly encourage you to contact Lee Brain, Coordinator Dental Assisting Services on or email to discuss your suitability for the role and the application process.Your Application Should IncludeA Cover Letter - explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate what you bring to the position in relation to the Selection Criteria.A Detailed Resume - outlining your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this role.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.This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check.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.We look forward to receiving your application.#J-18808-Ljbffr
