Dental Assistant

Join our dedicated team for a fixed term contract.

New state of the art public clinic

Friendly, inclusive team, well supported by our Dental Office Administrator

Fixed Term Contract - Permanent Part-Time 64 hours per fortnight

For further information about this role, Please contact Kris Venn: Primary health and Wellbeing Manager on 54610455 or via email kvenn@mdhs.vic.gov.au

As a Dental Assistant you will play a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality dental services to our rural community.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Provide chair-side assistance to oral health professionals during dental procedures, ensuring efficient and high-quality care.
2. Prepare and maintain dental surgeries, including the selection and preparation of instruments, materials, and equipment, while adhering to strict infection control protocols.
3. Undertake reception and administrative duties, including maintaining accurate client and clinic records, managing stock, and ensuring equipment is in good working order.
4. Contribute to a culturally appropriate and inclusive environment by working cooperatively with team members and responding sensitively to the needs of clients from diverse backgrounds.

About you

• Qualified Dental Assistant with a Certificate III or above.
• Demonstrated experience in providing clinical support in a dental setting.
• Organised and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple tasks and setting work priorities effectively.
• Culturally sensitive and responsive, able to work appropriately with clients from diverse backgrounds and meet their specific needs.
• Team player with the ability to work cooperatively in a collaborative environment.
• Professional presentation and behavior, especially in client-facing roles.
• Administrative skills, including record-keeping and managing clinic operations.

Why join us?

We pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive workplace, where staff feel valued and encouraged to grow. You’ll be joining a cheerful, hardworking team who truly put people first.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those returning to the workforce.

If you have good availability, strong communication skills and a flexible approach, we’d love to hear from you.

How 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 under the ‘Related Documents’ section of the job advertisement. If you’re viewing this job on SEEK, please visit the MDHS Careers website and search this role to access the full Position Description.

The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live, work and play - beautiful areas to explore, only 50 minutes from Ballarat & Bendigo, and two hours from Melbourne.

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