At the Australian Dental Council (ADC), we deliver the accreditation functions for dental professions, ensuring dental practitioners across Australia meet the high standards required to practise safely and effectively. This includes the accreditation of dental practitioner programs and the assessment of the professionalism knowledge, judgement, and clinical skills of overseas-trained dental practitioners.
As the ADC continues to expand, we're enhancing our resources with newly created roles to further support our candidates, stakeholders and staff. These positions are part of our commitment to maintaining best practice standards in accreditation and assessments while fostering an inclusive and supportive culture that encourages continuous improvement.
Why work for us?
At the ADC, our people are our top priority, and we firmly believe that they perform their best work when they are happy and supported. Joining our team comes with a range of benefits, including:
An attractive salary and generous leave entitlements
Wellbeing leave
12 weeks Paid Parental Leave
Birthday leave
Loyalty leave
Christmas leave (In addition to your 4 weeks of annual leave!)
Flexible Public Holiday Leave
Monthly catered staff events
A fun and committed social club
Modern and attractive offices close to public transport in Melbourne CBD
An organisation with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion
Job Description
We are looking for a Dental Assistant to join our vibrant, fun and dedicated team in Melbourne. This role offers you the chance to work in a dynamic environment and play a role in supporting our work to protect the health and safety of the public by ensuring dental practitioners meet the high standards required of dental professionals in Australia.
Reporting to the Venue Coordinator, you will be responsible for setting up clinic and treatment rooms and assisting candidates undertaking simulated procedures in our purpose-built Examination Centre. The role also provides support to examiners and staff to ensure the smooth running of the practical examination for overseas qualified dental practitioner seeking to register to practise in Australia.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide assistance to candidates and examiners in carrying out daily tasks and procedures.
Set up various clinic, treatment rooms, examination rooms, and laboratory.
Maintain Examination Centre equipment and facilities, including clinic chairs, dental instruments and examination rooms.
Assist with preparation of examination materials.
Ensure the storage, packaging and collection of waste and sharps is in accordance with ADC policies and procedures.
Manage candidate registration and related administrative duties.
Applications close COB Wednesday 5 February - Suitable applicants will be contacted prior to the position closing date.
Desired Skills and Experience
Qualifications relevant to dental assisting (Certificate IV in dental intraoral x-ray with a current radiography licence desirable but not essential)
Excellent communication skills with proven ability to liaise with a wide range of individuals
Ability to closely follow policies and instructions
A customer service focus and excellent interpersonal skills
Familiarity with current dental materials and equipment
Experienced in general maintenance of dental clinics and equipment
Contemporary knowledge of infection control
Proven ability to independently organise work priorities, monitor workflow and meet busy schedules.
Previous applicants will not be considered and no need to apply.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please select Quick Apply. Applications must include a copy of your resume and a detailed cover letter outlining your motivations for this position.
For direct enquiries and a copy of the position description, please contact recruit@adc.org.au
Employment of successful applicants will be subject to a National Criminal History Check.
We are committed to a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with disability.