Dental Assistant – Blacktown
Core
Provide chairside support to dentists and allied staff in a community clinic serving individuals experiencing homelessness and hardship.
Role type
Dental Assistant
Builds
Dental care services for vulnerable populations
Domain
Healthcare / Community Services
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Chairside assistance, instrument sterilization, infection control, patient record management, clinic organization, stock management, trauma-informed care
Preferred skills
Dental Radiography certification, Oral Health Education certification, dental software proficiency (Exact/SharePoint)
Responsibilities
Prepare treatment rooms and sterilize instruments, maintain patient records, coordinate with laboratories and external providers, assist with patient flow and appointment preparation, manage dental stock, support clients with trauma histories or mental health concerns
Seniority
Entry-level / Individual Contributor