Do you want to be a part of a team that
promotes and improves the health of its people and
community?
We are seeking applications for a
highly capable and values-driven Dental Clinical Assistant to join
our dynamic Pilbra Government Dental Clinic team at Dental Health
Services (DHS).
This is for a Permanent
Full-Time appointment.
What is our Dental Clinic Assistant
role?
The Dental Clinic Assistant
supports the Dentist in the day-to-day administration and running
of the clinic as well as providing chairside clinical assistance.
This role involves assisting during the examination and treatment
of patients. You are also responsible for maintaining patient
records in accordance with Dental Health Service
policies.
Travel to outreach services and
Aboriginal communities in surrounding areas is required in this
role.
This vacancy is subject to a
Western Australian Working with Children (WWC) Check. For further
information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
While your qualifications and
experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude
speak louder still. At North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS), we
aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care,
Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection
process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the
responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
Location
The Pilbara is a large, dry,
sparsely populated region in the north of Western Australia. It is
known for its Aboriginal people, its geography, its red earth, and
its vast mineral deposits, in particular iron ore. It is also a
global biodiversity hotspot for subterranean fauna.
What we offer
NMHS supports flexible working
practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options,
where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary,
our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North
Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:
- Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay.
- Professional and career development opportunities.
- Diverse and inclusive culture.
Want to know more about this
role?
We encourage you to contact Vanessa
Pina on 08 9313 0531 or email Vanessa.Pina@health.wa.gov.au
to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career
interests.
Area profile
DHS is part of the NMHS and is the
largest public dental health services provider in WA, operating
state-wide from a network of fixed and mobile clinics, funded by
the WA Government. DHS provides the School Dental Service for
children aged 5-16 years, General Dental Services to eligible
adults with a current health care card or pension concession card,
Subsidy Schemes and Special Dental Services.
We think you’ll like it
here
Our employees like working here,
and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what
they have to say.
Ready to join our
team?
Applicants are required to apply
online http://www.jobs.wa.gov.au so
allow enough time to complete the online application process and
attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please
contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance
during business hours.
The JDF is attached for reference.
Your application should include:
- A statement addressing the selection
criteria in no more than 2-3 pages (as outlined in the
JDF).
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae which sets out
your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to
this position.
- References - the names and contact details
of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees
to have been a recent supervisor.
Applicants must ensure their
nominated referees are available to provide references when
requested, as failure to do so may result in them being deemed
unsuitable.
Eligibility to
Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an
essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent
positions in the public sector.
Whilst this selection process will
initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to
fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In
addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate
the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may
also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain
valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised
delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
North Metropolitan Health Service
(NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives
to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate
the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting
a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone
who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork,
Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the
Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and
Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of
the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of
disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour
to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you
have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the
recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction
Group (TAG) at email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.
Lodgement is system
generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date
will not be accepted.
We look forward to
receiving your application.
