Dental Assistant Grade 2

About the role

Albury Wodonga Health (AWH) is recruiting a Dental Assistant, Grade 2, for its Public Dental Clinic in Wodonga. The Dental Assistant supports the delivery of high-quality, efficient and effective dental care to the community. The role sits within a dynamic, collaborative team culture with learning and growth opportunities, and offers both part-time and full-time permanent positions.

Required profile

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent, with more than 12 months of clinical experience and demonstrated knowledge of all aspects of dental assisting; applicants should state in their application whether they hold a Certificate III.
• If you are an experienced Dental Assistant without a Certificate III, you must indicate in your application whether you are willing to complete the required training to obtain it; such applicants are appointed at Level 1 or Level 2 until the qualification is completed.
• Ability to provide efficient and effective clinical chair-side dental assistance.
• Ability to control equipment and materials for dental procedures.
• High level of communication with staff, clients and other stakeholders.
• Willingness to complete annual mandatory training and performance development.
• Ability to work with the Senior Dental Nurse and Dental Leadership Team to manage the clinic efficiently.

Required skills

• Chair-side dental assistance and control of dental equipment and materials.
• Adherence to infection control and occupational health and safety policy and guidelines.

What we offer

• Dynamic work environment, collaborative team culture and inclusive workplace.
• Comprehensive induction and training, rewards and benefits, and opportunities for professional development.
• Salary and terms in line with the relevant state EBA or Award.

Appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including criminal record and working with children checks. Healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by regulation, and AWH encourages the COVID-19 and seasonal flu vaccines. Applications close on 08/11/2026.