We are offering an exciting opportunity for a 2IC to the Senior Clinical Dental Assistant in our Cairns Clinic.

The 2IC to the Senior Clinical Dental Assistant will report to the Senior Clinical Dental Assistant and the Business Manager.

Key duties:

• Provide assistance to Dental Students in the undergraduate and specialist clinics at JCU Dental
• Compliance with infection control policies and procedures and knowledge of workplace, health and safety procedures and be able to effectively communicate these to staff and students
• Facilitating the preparation of the clinic for clinical practice as directed by the Senior Clinical Dental Assistant
• Assist the SCDA in managing the Dental Assistants including inductions, rostering, riskware, performance management and compliance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements, infection control requirements
• Ensuring safety of patients and colleagues
• Ensure Students and Staff comply with JCU Dental policies and procedures
• Ensure the clinic is patient service focussed
• Chair side assistance to dental clinicians and dental students as required

Requirements:

• Certificate III in Dental Assisting (mandatory)
• Experience in chair side assistance of at least three years
• Work well in a team environment including the ability to perform as a multi-skilled team member being reliable, consistent and punctual
• Demonstrated high level of interpersonal communication skills including empathy for others who are dealing with high stress situations
• Commitment to excellent patient care
• Computer literate and willing to learn new programs
• Maintain a professional personal approach and appearance at all times
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative, be self-directed and work under minimal supervision

Apply online including your current resume. Closing date: 11 April 2025