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Dental Assistant
Oral Health Services, Women’s and Children’s Service Group, Townsville University Hospital
| Dental Assistant (CA3), Oral Health Services, Townsville Hospital and Health Service – Permanent Full-Time Join a passionate team delivering high-quality oral health care across Townsville and surrounding communities. This hands-on role supports dental professionals in providing essential services to eligible clients. |
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Dentistry |
| Classification | CA3 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV663594 |
| Closing date | 14-Oct-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-time |
| Contact person | Hayley Purnell |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9921 Access the National Relay Service |
About the work unit / facility
Oral Health Services is part of the Women's and Children's Service Group within Townsville HHS. The team delivers high-quality dental care across the region, including fixed and mobile clinics, correctional centres, and aged care facilities. Services range from preventative care to emergency treatment for eligible clients.
About your new employer
Townsville HHS is the public healthcare provider for over 250,000 people across 150,000km². We operate 21 facilities and employ more than 6,600 staff. We are committed to clinical excellence, career development, a supportive culture, and work/life balance. As a major teaching hospital, we train future health professionals and lead research initiatives to advance healthcare.
We offer:
- Clinical Excellence: Delivering high-standard oral health care across diverse settings.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to develop skills in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Supportive Culture: Work within a collaborative and inclusive team.
- Work/Life Balance: Enjoy flexible arrangements and regional lifestyle benefits.
Competitive salary and benefits
- Salary between $2624.50 – $2759.10 per fortnight (CA3).
- 4 to 6 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 14-17.5% loading.
- Generous employer contribution to superannuation of 12.75%.
Additional benefits include salary packaging options, generous leave entitlements, and professional development support.
About your opportunity
As a Dental Assistant, you will support dental officers and oral health therapists in delivering high-quality care. Your role includes chairside assistance, infection control, sterilisation, stock management, and equipment maintenance. You'll contribute to a safe, efficient, and patient-focused environment across multiple clinics.
Requirements
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or willingness to complete within 12 months).
- Ability to travel and work across multiple clinics, including overnight stays.
- Vaccination Preventable Disease (VPD) compliance.
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (if applicable).
- Blue Card (Working with Children Check).
- A probationary period may apply.
Application details
Enquiries are welcome, for a confidential discussion please contact: Hayley Purnell on (07) 4433 9921.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 14 October 2025.
Submit your application via https://www.smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV663594, include your CV, referee details, and a short response addressing the key responsibilities.
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.
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CA3 Dental Assistant (Oral Health Services) 30463240 32116928 (Word, 413KB)
Role Description
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Application Kit
Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
