Dental Assistant grade 1 Taree and Forster
Join a team committed to delivering safe, high-quality dental care to the community while supporting your professional growth
Employment Type: 2X Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dental Assistant Grade 1
Remuneration: $68,591 – $73,274 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ648961
Application Close Date: Wednesday, 22 April 2026
Dental Assistant – Taree & Forster Dental Clinics
An exciting opportunity is available for two Dental Assistants to join the Taree and Forster Dental teams, providing high-quality oral health services to the Greater Manning community.
These roles offer the opportunity to work across both sites alongside a diverse team of experienced practitioners in a supportive and collaborative environment.
What You'll Be Doing:
The Dental Assistant is responsible for providing efficient and effective clinical and administrative support to Oral Health clinicians to facilitate the delivery of safe, high-quality dental care. The role operates within established policies, procedures, and infection prevention and control standards.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Providing chairside assistance across a broad range of dental procedures in accordance with clinical and patient safety standards
- Preparing and maintaining clinical environments in line with infection prevention and control protocols
- Ensuring the availability, sterilisation, and maintenance of instruments, materials, and equipment
The position also undertakes administrative functions to support patient access and service delivery, including appointment scheduling, maintenance of patient records, and reception duties as required. The Dental Assistant contributes to a positive patient experience through the provision of courteous, professional, and culturally appropriate care.
Additional responsibilities include:
- Monitoring stock levels and maintaining appropriate inventory control
- Reporting equipment faults and maintenance requirements in a timely manner
- Supporting efficient clinic operations within a multidisciplinary team environment
Essential Requirements and Experience:
You are a motivated and reliable Dental Assistant who is committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care. You hold a Certificate III (or higher) in Dental Assisting recognised by the Dental Assistant Education Council of Australia or bring relevant practical experience in a similar clinical environment.
You are confident providing chairside support across a range of procedures and apply a strong understanding of infection control principles to maintain a safe and compliant workspace. Your ability to work collaboratively within a team, combined with well-developed communication skills, enables you to build positive relationships with both patients and colleagues.
You understand the importance of confidentiality and patient privacy, and you are comfortable using dental software and general computer systems to support daily clinical and administrative tasks.
What We Offer:
- Family-friendly clinic hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm
- 1 Allocated Day Off (ADO) per month for full-time employees
- A structured orientation program with regular probation review discussions
- Ongoing support from a skilled and experienced team
- Opportunities to develop and grow your dental skills
New to the dental industry? We welcome applicants who are eager to learn—our team is committed to supporting your professional development.
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Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Hayley Baker on hayley.baker1@health.nsw.gov.au
To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies. Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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