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Principal Dental Assistant - Townsville
Townsville region
Townsville Oral Health Services are seeking an experience Principal Dental Assistant to join their friendly and support team.
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Dentistry |
| Classification | CA5 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV670198 |
| Closing date | 09-Dec-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time |
| Contact person | Melissa Crawford |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 9960 Access the National Relay Service |
About the opportunity
An exciting leadership opportunity for a suitably qualified and experienced individual to lead the Dental Assistant workforce across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service. The role is responsible for maintaining appropriate clinical and professional standards for Dental Assistant service provision, including infection and prevention control standards. The role also provides expert advice on dental equipment, consumables and radiation safety.
The position collaborates with the Manager and Clinical Director as well as other senior members of the team to deliver Oral Health Services in alignment with the Townsville Hospital and Health Service Strategic Plan, the Operational Plan and the Townsville Oral Health Service Model of Care.
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.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $3297.30 - $3499.20 p.h. (CA5)
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- Locality allowance
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Requirements:
- Previous experience in Dental Assisting is essential.
- 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.
- This position requires the incumbent to operate a C class motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided before commencement of duty.
- This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!
Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Melissa Crawford (Manager, Oral Health Services) on (07) 4433 9960
Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV670198
Applications close: Tuesday, 9 December 2026
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Further information
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Documents
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