🦷 Make a difference in the delivery of quality oral healthcare across Western Sydney

🌟 Build your dental career in a leading teaching and specialist healthcare facility

🤝 Join a collaborative team committed to exceptional patient care and development

Support exceptional smiles. Make every patient experience count.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time 
Position Classification: Dental Assistant Grade 1
Remuneration: $71,335 – $76,205 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead

Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), where our purpose is to deliver better health services for western Sydney and beyond. At Westmead Centre for Oral Health, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment delivering high-quality general and specialist dental services to communities across NSW.

As a key teaching facility for the University of Sydney's Faculty of Dentistry, Westmead Centre for Oral Health combines clinical excellence, advanced facilities and a strong commitment to education and innovation.

You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful patient outcomes.

• Work in a leading public oral health facility based at Westmead Hospital.

• Support the delivery of general practice, emergency and specialist dental services.

• Be part of a multidisciplinary clinical team working alongside experienced dental professionals and student clinicians.

• Contribute to accessible, patient-centred oral healthcare for diverse communities.

• Enjoy a workplace culture that values teamwork, professional development and continuous improvement.

What you'll be doing
As a Dental Assistant Grade 1, you'll play an important role in supporting clinicians to deliver safe, efficient and compassionate oral healthcare. From preparing dental procedures to reassuring patients and maintaining clinical standards, your contribution will help ensure every patient receives quality care.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist dentists, specialists and student clinicians with dental procedures, including instrument transfer, moisture control, equipment preparation and patient care.

• Support patients throughout their appointments, communicate effectively with patients and carers, and provide oral health and post-operative education as required.

• Apply infection prevention and control practices, including instrument reprocessing, sterilisation, appropriate PPE use and clinical waste management.

• Assist with dental radiography, patient preparation, radiographic equipment and digital image management, while maintaining accurate patient records and information systems.

• Assist with appointment scheduling, administrative duties and patient documentation, and work flexibly across WSLHD Oral Health clinics and community settings when required.

Make a difference with Western Sydney Local Health District

At WSLHD, you'll be part of a healthcare service that puts people and communities first. Join us and help deliver better health outcomes through compassionate care, collaboration and opportunities to grow. Apply today and take the next step in your dental career with Western Sydney Local Health District.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Qualification: Certificate III in Dental Assisting or recognised equivalent/current enrolment in the course

Selection Criteria:

1. Certificate III in Dental Assisting or recognised equivalent or experience and willingness to undertake and successfully

2. Recent experience as a Dental Assistant.

3. Demonstrated ability to perform effective infection control procedures in all aspects of Dental Assisting.

4. Demonstrated proficiency and accuracy in dental charting with good computer skills.

5. Excellent oral and written communication skills, with proven ability to liaise with a wide range of individuals.

6. Demonstrated understanding of work health safety requirements

7. Excellent organisational, time-management and problem-solving skills.

Requisition ID: REQ694417
Applications Close: 16th November 2026

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• For inquiries about the role, contact Jade Gandola or Liran Zhao on 02 8890 6652 or [email protected] / [email protected]