About the work unit / facility

Oral Health Services / Women's and Children's Service Group / Townsville University Hospital

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence 

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $2916.00 to $3118.00 p.f. (CA4)
• 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

About your opportunity

An exciting opportunity is now available for a motivated and experienced Senior Dental Assistant to join the clinical team at Townsville Hospital and Health Service's Oral Health Services.

Requirements:

• Mandatory qualifications and proof of registration
• Mandatory: Certificate III in Dental Assisting.
• Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership (if applicable) with the appropriate registration authority or association.
• Blue Card Checks: Potential applicants are advised that the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian Act 2000 requires Queensland Health to seek a ‘working with children check' from the Commission for Children and Young People and Child Guardian prior to appointment to this position. 
• Undertake training and travel associated within Townsville Hospital and Health Service Policy.
• Highly desirable: Possession of a ‘C' Class drivers' licence.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Libby McDonald on (07) 4433 9921.

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV640644

Applications close: Tuesday, 24 June 2025

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• CA4 Senior Dental Assistant (Oral Health) 30463247 (Word, 383KB)
  Role Description
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Application Kit
  
  Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Application Kit