About Access Health and CommunityWith a 150-year history and caring at our centre, our vision at Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is to build healthier lives together. We have a dedicated and experienced team of over 400 employees and 200 volunteers operating across 18 locations. Our people are the centre of everything we do and contribute to improving the wellbeing of the community every day.The OpportunityWe are currently seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our Dental Team at Access Health & Community – Ashburton. You will have the ability to contribute to the provision of high quality, efficient and effective dental health care to eligible clients, through clinical support activities.  A high level of knowledge and skills in undertaking duties with best practice and infection control standards is essential.About the role The AccessHC dental program provides community based dental care to all children under 12 yrs of age, Adult concession card holders and their dependants (under 18 yrs).  In addition we offer a range of private services to our eligible & non-eligible clients who wish to access our private clinic.You would be part of a multidisciplinary dental team comprising of dentists, dental therapists, oral health therapists, dental prosthetists, oral health educators and dental assistants.A high level of experience, knowledge and skills is required in providing chairside assistance and a range of dental procedures and this part time role is 4 days a week from Tuesday through to Friday.What you will be doing Key ResponsibilitiesProvide efficient & effective clinical chair-side assistance to dental clinicians, to aid in the provision of high quality dental services to clientsMaintain the dental surgery and clinic consistent with quality, efficiency and OH&S standardsAssume responsibility for the sterilisation and maintenance of the clinical environment, dental instruments and equipment within the dental clinicEnsure compliance with the IECHS IC policy, National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and AS/NZS 4817  2014 Reprocessing of reusable medical devices in health service organisations  &   AS 5369-2023  Reprocessing of reusable medical devices & other devices in health and non –health related facilities StandardsWhat you will bring The skills and experience you will bring to this role as the successful candidate you will have: Key Selection CriteriaCertificate III or IV in Dental Assisting or Equivalent is essentialMinimum 3 years’ experience with at least 6 months within AustraliaHigh level of infection control processes and requirementsHigh level of clinical competence and broad relevant experience in all aspects of dentistryDemonstrated skill and ability in providing a range of dental chairside support to cliniciansDemonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary teamExcellent interpersonal, communication  and time management skillsAttributesKnowledge of electronic patient management system Titanium/Exact & Microsoft 365 suitePrevious experience in community dental /private practiceExperience in oral health promotion and outreach activitiesDemonstrated ability to relate to people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnics backgroundsCommitment to continuous quality improvement and health promotion principlesEffective time management and prioritisation skillsHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailDemonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC valuesAccess Health and Community Culture and BenefitsAt AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits:Supportive and values based culture and engaged workforceCulture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thriveCommitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditionsFocus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growthPaid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leaveAnnual leave loadingGenerous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/ entertainment expenses)Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefitsApply NowSubmit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/Remuneration as per Victorian Stand Alone Community Health Services (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Officers) Multi Employer Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026 and based on applicant’s skill set and experience Please email, Niki Hantzis, Senior Manager – Dental: nikihantzis@accesshc.org.au if you would like further information about the role.We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may appoint the role before the end of date of the advertisement. Only suitable candidates will be contacted. Applications close: 19th April 2024Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities. At AccessHC, our vision for reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience equitable health and social outcomes. Our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) will contribute to achieving reconciliation. We will seek an understanding of and acknowledging histories and injustices, support the active expression of culture, build strong, trusting relationships, and apply culturally appropriate practices within our work.  We will work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to create a welcoming and safe place for everyone at our services. AccessHC acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work. We pay our respects to Wurundjeri Elders past, present, and future, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded.  As a vaccine positive organisation, we encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and require successful applicants to undergo a NDIS Check, Working With Children Check, Police Check and potentially an International Check. Position Description AUD Ashburton 3147

Experienced Dental Assistant

  • Permanent Part Time 0.8 EFT- 4 days, Ashburton
  • Not for Profit, salary packaging. Follow your passion & make a difference
  • Dynamic, collaborative and committed multidisciplinary team

About Access Health and Community

With a 150-year history and caring at our centre, our vision at Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is to build healthier lives together. We have a dedicated and experienced team of over 400 employees and 200 volunteers operating across 18 locations. Our people are the centre of everything we do and contribute to improving the wellbeing of the community every day.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Dental Assistant to join our Dental Team at Access Health & Community – Ashburton. You will have the ability to contribute to the provision of high quality, efficient and effective dental health care to eligible clients, through clinical support activities.  A high level of knowledge and skills in undertaking duties with best practice and infection control standards is essential.

About the role

The AccessHC dental program provides community based dental care to all children under 12 yrs of age, Adult concession card holders and their dependants (under 18 yrs).  In addition we offer a range of private services to our eligible & non-eligible clients who wish to access our private clinic.

You would be part of a multidisciplinary dental team comprising of dentists, dental therapists, oral health therapists, dental prosthetists, oral health educators and dental assistants.

A high level of experience, knowledge and skills is required in providing chairside assistance and a range of dental procedures and this part time role is 4 days a week from Tuesday through to Friday.

What you will be doing

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide efficient & effective clinical chair-side assistance to dental clinicians, to aid in the provision of high quality dental services to clients
  • Maintain the dental surgery and clinic consistent with quality, efficiency and OH&S standards
  • Assume responsibility for the sterilisation and maintenance of the clinical environment, dental instruments and equipment within the dental clinic
  • Ensure compliance with the IECHS IC policy, National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and AS/NZS 4817  2014 Reprocessing of reusable medical devices in health service organisations  &   AS 5369-2023  Reprocessing of reusable medical devices & other devices in health and non –health related facilities Standards

What you will bring

 The skills and experience you will bring to this role as the successful candidate you will have: Key Selection Criteria

  • Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting or Equivalent is essential
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience with at least 6 months within Australia
  • High level of infection control processes and requirements
  • High level of clinical competence and broad relevant experience in all aspects of dentistry
  • Demonstrated skill and ability in providing a range of dental chairside support to clinicians
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication  and time management skills

Attributes

  • Knowledge of electronic patient management system Titanium/Exact & Microsoft 365 suite
  • Previous experience in community dental /private practice
  • Experience in oral health promotion and outreach activities
  • Demonstrated ability to relate to people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnics backgrounds
  • Commitment to continuous quality improvement and health promotion principles
  • Effective time management and prioritisation skills
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Demonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values

Access Health and Community Culture and Benefits

At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.

Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.

The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits:

  • Supportive and values based culture and engaged workforce
  • Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
  • Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
  • Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
  • Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
  • Annual leave loading
  • Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/ entertainment expenses)

Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits

Apply Now

Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/

Remuneration as per Victorian Stand Alone Community Health Services (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Officers) Multi Employer Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026 and based on applicant’s skill set and experience 

Please email, Niki Hantzis, Senior Manager – Dental: nikihantzis@accesshc.org.au if you would like further information about the role.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may appoint the role before the end of date of the advertisement. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

 Applications close: 19th April 2024

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a Child Safe Organisation that values inclusivity and diversity. We encourage applications from people with disabilities, those with lived experience of mental health and/or alcohol and other drugs (AOD) challenges, and those with diverse genders and sexualities. 

At AccessHC, our vision for reconciliation is an Australia where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples experience equitable health and social outcomes. Our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) will contribute to achieving reconciliation. We will seek an understanding of and acknowledging histories and injustices, support the active expression of culture, build strong, trusting relationships, and apply culturally appropriate practices within our work.  

We will work in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to create a welcoming and safe place for everyone at our services. AccessHC acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people, who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work. We pay our respects to Wurundjeri Elders past, present, and future, and extend that respect to other Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and we acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded. 

 As a vaccine positive organisation, we encourage COVID-19 vaccinations and require successful applicants to undergo a NDIS Check, Working With Children Check, Police Check and potentially an International Check.