Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant (Part-Time – Monday to Wednesday)

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity within a structured, team-based healthcare environment?

We are currently seeking a part-time Dental Assistant to join our team at Oakey Health Centre, working Monday to Wednesday. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality dental services supporting Australian Defence Force personnel.

About Us

Serco Australia, in partnership with Bupa, delivers integrated healthcare services to the Australian Defence Force across Australia. We provide defence-ready clinical and support staff across 50+ on-base locations nationally, ensuring ADF personnel have access to quality on-site medical care.

About the Location – Oakey Health Centre

Oakey Health Centre is located at the Army Aviation Centre (AAC), approximately 3km outside Oakey. Australian Army Aviation conducts its aviation training at the centre, which is also home to 126 Squadron (Cougar helicopters) of the Republic of Singapore Air Force.

With approximately 500 members supported on base, the health centre delivers primary medical, aviation medical, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, pharmaceutical and mental health services. It also plays a key role in emergency response to the AAC.

Health centre staff may be required to work across Cabarlah and Oakey locations. Standard operating hours are generally 0700–1630 Monday to Friday.

About the Role

As a Dental Assistant, you will work closely with Dentists, Dental Specialists and Dental Hygienists to support the efficient delivery of dental services in accordance with Defence policies and national standards.

• Assist Dentists, Dental Specialists and Dental Hygienists during procedures
• Promote oral health to patients (where qualified and at the request of a Dentist/Dental Hygienist)
• Implement infection control procedures within the dental surgery in accordance with National Standards and Defence policies
• Reprocess dental instruments and equipment in line with National Standards and Defence requirements
• Pour dental models as directed (where trained)
• Manage patients in accordance with approved clinical protocols
• Maintain optimal hygiene and cleanliness of the dental surgery
• Manage patient clinical records, including electronic documentation and filing
• Book and manage patient recalls

You will contribute to a safe, compliant and patient-focused environment that supports the operational readiness of Defence personnel.

About You

You are a proactive and reliable Dental Assistant who enjoys working in a collaborative clinical environment and maintaining high standards of patient care and infection control.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Minumim 2 years experience as a Dental Assistant within the last 5 years
• Certificate III in Dental Assisting or nationally recognised equivalent qualification
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• A high level of attention to detail and commitment to infection control standards
• The ability to manage time effectively in a structured environment
• Be an Australian Citizen to obtain an Australian Baseline Security Clearance 

What’s on Offer

• Part-time role – Monday to Wednesday
• Predictable weekday hours (0700–1630)
• No weekend work
• Opportunity to support Defence members in a unique healthcare setting
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Opportunities to pick up additional shifts where available

If you are looking for a part-time Dental Assistant role with purpose and stability, we would love to hear from you.