Remote Area Oral Health Assistant

Job Description

About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT) We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians. Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au About this Opportunity This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to expand our dental services within remote South Australia and the Northern Territory. Based out of Adelaide, Port Augusta, Alice Springs or Darwin, you will be required to provide a high standard of dental assisting skills (both clinical and administrative) to our team of dental clinicians. This position requires periods of time away from home, traveling in our state-of-the-art aircraft or driving to our communities. We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying. Responsibilities Provide clinical chairside support to dentists and dental hygienists. Communicate effectively in a healthcare setting with sufficient knowledge of appropriate nomenclature. Assist in preparing and exposing radiographs. Maintain infection control standards as per RFDS, ADA AS/NZS 4815 and NSQHS standards. Re-process reusable instruments according to NSQHS Standards and RFDS Procedures. About You To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified Dental Assistant seeking to experience the excitement of health provision in the outback. Your strength lies in your ability to problem solve and think on your feet. You will have a working knowledge of infection control, sterilisation and waste segregation procedures, along with a high level of competency in using electronic patient records systems. Working with a supportive team of Dentists, Hygienists, and other Dental Assistants, you will also possess a willingness to work in non-traditional environments. If you have experience working in regional or remote areas, this will be a bonus! Minimum Requirements Significant experience in chairside dental assisting and dental practice administration. High standards of infection control. Demonstrated experience in sterilising and instrument processes. Experience in rural/remote/population health and in a cross-cultural environment. As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. Additional Benefits Reward and recognition program. Learning Management System. Employee Values Awards. Free onsite parking. Employee Assistance Program. Comprehensive orientation program for new starters. Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including: Packaging up to $15,899 of your salary towards loans, rent, and bills, and packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card. For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Vaibhav Garg, Senior Dentist and Manager Oral Health Program via 0419 675 566. For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Claire Wilks, People and Culture Coordinator via 0499 752 942. Applications close at 11:59pm on Thursday 23rd January 2025. Please note that we are unable to accept late applications or applications submitted via email. The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible! The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe, and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr