Dental Assistant Grade 2 - Clinic Coordinator
Ready to step up and take your career to the next level? We can’t wait to welcome you!
Remuneration: $71,909 - $78,810 per annum + super + salary packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dental Assist Gde 2
Location: Muswellbrook and Scone
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ555293
Applications Close: Thursday, 27th February 2025
At Muswellbrook Dental Clinic and Scone Dental Clinic, we’re all about bright smiles and top-notch care! Our Muswellbrook clinic features two chairs, while our Scone clinic operates as a dedicated one-chair school clinic—both committed to delivering exceptional dental services to adults and children in Muswellbrook, Scone, and surrounding communities.
We’re here for our patients five days a week, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, working together to ensure every patient receives the highest quality care in a friendly and welcoming environment.
About the role:
Are you ready to take the lead and make a real impact? As the Dental Assistant Clinic Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of our dynamic dental team, guiding and inspiring our talented Dental Assistants and Administration Officers to keep the Muswellbrook and Scone clinics running smoothly. This role is a perfect mix of hands-on dental assisting and essential administrative duties—keeping every day exciting and rewarding!
We’re invested in your success! You'll receive comprehensive training, ongoing support, and a thorough orientation program from our expert Oral Health management team. With professional development opportunities at your fingertips, this is your chance to grow, lead, and shine in a role that truly makes a difference.
About you:
We're looking for a passionate and driven professional to join our team! The ideal candidate will bring a compassionate attitude, strong communication skills, and a natural ability to connect with both patients and team members.
Your experience in Dental Assisting, combined with your leadership skills, will make you a standout in this role. As a mentor and motivator, you'll inspire your team, set the standard for excellence, and ensure the clinic operates smoothly. If you're ready to lead, support, and make a real impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Requirements:
- Completion of a nationally recognised Dental Assisting Certificate course at Certificate Level III or qualifications deemed by the Ministry to be equivalent and progressing towards or willing to obtain a Certificate IV.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- ADO's each month (for full time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Superannuation contributions
- Salary packaging options
- Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional information:
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
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.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact HNELHD-OralHealthPTLTeam@health.nsw.gov.au
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 HNELHD 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.
