Dental Assistant

Macleod – Dental Assistant – Simpson Health Centre – 0.4 FTE

Are you a caring and organised Dental Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting? This is a great opportunity to support Dental clinicians and deliver high-quality care to Defence members in a professional, team-focused environment.

What’s on offer

• Work-life balance – predictable hours, finish on time, Christmas & New Year Leave
• Safe, respectful environment – professional, health focused patient cohort
• Collaborative team – feel valued and supported in a team of Dentists and Hygienists
• Meaningful work – support positive oral health outcomes for Defence members
• Civilian role – be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
• Practical perks – free parking and uniforms
• Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts

About Simpson Health Centre

Simpson Barracks is located at Yallambie (approx. 40 mins North-East of Melbourne CBD).  Predominately a Forces Command training base supporting Defence Force School of Signals (tri-service technicians & operators, electronic warfare systems), Defence Force School of Music (tri-service musicians) and Army Education Centre.  The Army base services approximately 6000 Defence members and operates a 9 bed low dependency ward 24/7.  The health centre also provides primary medical, nursing, physiotherapy, dental and mental health services.  Standard operating hours are generally 07:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts).

This role is every Monday and Friday (7:30am – 3:30pm) within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

What you’ll do

• Supporting dental procedures through chair-side assisting
• Preparing and maintaining clinical equipment and treatment areas
• Promoting oral health and supporting patient care
• Maintaining infection control and hygiene standards
• Managing patient records and supporting administrative tasks

What you bring

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification
• 2 years chair-side experience in a dental clinical setting
• Current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) certification
• Strong understanding of infection control and clinical standards
• Great communication skills with a caring, team-focused approach

Who we are

Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.

Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.

Interested? Contact Mina on mina.sawiris@serco-ap.com for a confidential chat.

Apply now.