Dental Assistant

Permanent Part-Time - 64 hours per fortnight

For further information about this role, Please contact Kristen Venn 54610455 or Lesley Knight on 54610388 or via email kvenn@mdhs.vic.gov.au lknight@mdhs.vic.gov.au

We are seeking a professional and capable Dental Assistant to join our growing dental team. The ideal candidate will be:

• Flexible - Able to adapt to changing priorities and varied duties
• Team-orientated - Works well with others in a collaborative environment
• Enthusiastic - Passionate about patient care and the dental field
• Independent - Can work with minimal supervision when needed

The Dental Assistant will play a key role in assisting the dentist and hygienist with treatments, preparing instruments and materials, ordering supplies, and managing patient records. Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing treatment rooms and equipment for patient procedures
• Assisting dentist during complex treatments
• Assist in the provision of care to clients under General anesthetic with in the MDHS theatre setting
• Completing radiographic tasks as directed and within scope of practice
• Educating patients on dental care and treatment plans
• Tracking inventory and placing orders when supplies are low
• Maintaining patient treatment records
• Ensuring infection control standards are adhered to
• Participate in the implementation of new models of care
• Actively engage in operational activities including electronic communication, meetings, accreditation requirements or other
• Assisting in reception as required

The applicant will hold a Dental Assistant certification.

If you meet the qualifications, enjoy working with patients, and want to learn new skills in the dental field, then we encourage you to apply!

Applicants must include the following:

• Resume
• Cover Letter: Please ensure your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description. You can find the Position Description in the "Related Documents" section of the job advertisement.

The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play. There are many beautiful areas to explore, along with being located only a short 50-minute drive from the Regional Cities Ballarat & Bendigo, and 2 hours from Melbourne.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.