About the role
The Dental assistant provides a variety of clinic and community- based activities to assist the Dentist in providing dental care and health education to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
What you’ll be doing
- Provide high quality clinical services to clients.
- Chairside assisting including relevant data collection, recording and x-rays.
- Conduct all required cleaning, infection control and sterilisation procedures, including accurate data entry, in accordance NSW Health Infection Control Guidelines.
- Reception and administrative duties including accurate data entry.
- Prepare clinic for the day’s treatments.
- Attend to and prepare clients for treatment, including the ability to create a calm atmosphere for anxious clients.
- Participate in the development and implementation of relevant health promotion and health education activities in the clinic, communities and the dental van.
What we’re looking for
- Prior experience as a Dental Assistance
- Current Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities or within an Aboriginal organisation.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to prioritise workload and demonstrate organisational skills.
- A demonstrated understanding of the issues and barriers that impact upon the health outcomes of Aboriginal people.
- Ability to collect data and write reports, and willingness to comply with reporting requirements of the organisation.
- Understanding of dentistry oral hygiene and dentistry tools.
- Understanding of dental procedures, sterilization techniques and maintaining dental equipment is fundamental.
What we offer
At Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services, we are committed to supporting the professional and personal development of our employees.
You will have access to ongoing training, mentoring and opportunities to contribute to the growth of our organisation. We also offer a range of benefits, including competitive remuneration, salary sacrificing options, and a supportive, culturally responsive work environment.
About us
Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services is a community-controlled organisation dedicated to improving the health, wellbeing and social outcomes of Aboriginal people in the Bega Valley Shire and Eurobodalla Shire region of NSW. With a strong focus on holistic, culturally appropriate service delivery, we strive to empower our community and create positive, lasting change.
Apply now
Apply now to peopleandculture@katungul.org.au to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our clients. Applications close 5pm Friday 01 August 2025.
