Dental Assistant (West Ipswich)

About West Moreton Health West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk. We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region. At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals. As a Child Safe Organisation, At West Moreton Health
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation. Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region. To read more on what it's like to work for West Moreton Health: What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health What We're Looking For Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated knowledge of dental terminology and surgery procedures
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant equipment, instruments, materials, medicaments, and procedures including safety procedures, Material Safety Data Sheets and Workplace Health and Safety regulations relating to the dental facility
- Working knowledge of the various acts, regulations and all relevant Standards that relate to dentistry
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multi-skilled team
- Ability to effectively co-ordinate procedures related to the oral health environment
- High level interpersonal skills, organisational skills and communication skills Mandatory Requirements
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Possession of Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent. Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive advantages including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience. To apply For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role. Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies. Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r3nvw