About ATSICHS Brisbane

ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way - supporting our people and community in our commitment to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for them and their families.

ATSICHS Brisbane is committed to promoting the wellbeing, protection and cultural safety of all children and young people. Our recruitment and screening practices reflect our zero-tolerance approach to child abuse and our dedication to creating culturally secure environments where children feel safe, respected, and empowered.

ATSICHS Brisbane is a member of the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH).

See more at our website - www.atsichsbrisbane.org.au

About the role

You can access the full Position Description by visiting our website under "Join Our Team”.

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As a key member of the ATSICHS Brisbane team, the ATSICHS ​Dental Assistant provides chairside assistance to dentists and oral health professionals, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient dental procedures. This role supports infection control protocols, prepares treatment rooms, manages patient records, and delivers a positive patient experience. Additionally, the Dental Assistant is responsible for providing culturally safe and responsive care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients, ensuring their health needs are met in a respectful and inclusive manner.​ 

Duties

• Assist dentists during procedures, pass instruments, and prepare materials. 
• Maintain sterilization of instruments and ensure compliance with infection control protocols. 
• Support patients before, during, and after procedures; provide post-treatment instructions.
• Provide culturally safe and respectful care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients. 
• Monitor and maintain supplies (inventory), ensure the treatment the room is clean and ready. 
• Update patient records, assist with appointment scheduling. 

Culture

Enjoy working in an organisation that makes a difference in the community. Join our friendly and support Dental Logan team that will help you grow personally and professionally.

Benefits

• Base Salary of $64,730 per annum Pro rata (Based on qualification and experience).
• Additional 12% Super + access to salary packaging (Increases your take home pay).
• Part Time position.
• Work for a leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, community-controlled organisation.

COVID-19 Requirement

Immunisation history showing you have received two doses of a Covid -19 vaccine is encouraged.

Required

• ​​​Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting (or working towards completion).
• ​2 years + experience working in a dental clinic or healthcare environment.
• ​Knowledge of infection control protocols and sterilisation procedures​​.
• ​National Police Certificate. 
• ​Working with Children's Blue Card.
• Evidence of Work Rights.
• Flexibility in task performance and work location (dental surgery).

Preferred

• Experience using dental practice management software - Exact.
• ​Experience in a community health or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health setting​.
• ​​Knowledge of Medicare, Child Dental Benefits Schedule, and private health fund processing.
• ​Ability to assist with administrative tasks such as appointment scheduling and patient recalls​.
• Radiation License (for assisting with X-rays).

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please submit your application by following the links on the recruitment page. Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.