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Job no: 925503Work type: Full time, Part timeLocation: Adelaide Metro Eastern, Adelaide Metro Northern, Adelaide Metro Southern, Adelaide Metro Western, Eyre and Western, South East, Yorke and Mid North, Country SA - Location negotiable, VariousCategories: DentalCentral Adelaide Local Health Network | SA DentalLocations & Working HoursCentral Northern District (Salisbury & Gillies Plains)Part time permanent (Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri)3 x Full time temporary (Monday to Friday)North East district (Modbury, Magill and surrounding clinics)Full time permanent (Monday to Friday)Full time temporary (Monday to Friday)Marion2 x Full time permanent (Monday to Friday)Full time permanent (part time will be considered, must include a Wednesday)2x Part time permanent (2 days, must include a Wednesday)Part time permanent (Tues, Wed, Thurs & Fri)Noarlunga2x Full time permanent (Monday to Friday)Part time permanent (Monday to Thursday)South East District (Millicent, Mount Gambier, Naracoorte)Full time permanent(Monday to Friday)Port LincolnFull time permanent (Monday to Friday)Whyalla/Pt AugustaFull time permanent(Monday to Friday)Part time permanent (Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri)SalaryOPS105 $48,664 - OPS110 $55,500 (pro rata)+ Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice BenefitsOPS201: $58,709 - OPS203 $63,154 (pro rata) + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice BenefitsAbout the RoleWe''re seeking dedicated Dental Assistantsto join our vibrant teams.In this exciting role, you''ll provide essential reception and dental assisting support, ensuring smooth clinic operations and high-quality patient care. You''ll play a key role in maintaining infection control, sterilisation procedures, and managing client records, all while following our organisation''s best practices. Your attention to detail and organisational skills will help create a welcoming environment for patients and a smooth experience for the dental team.Beyond your core duties, you''ll have the chance to contribute to the development of other dental assistants and reception staff, sharing your knowledge and fostering a collaborative, positive team culture. This role is perfect for someone who loves to take initiative, contribute to continuous improvement, and grow alongside a supportive team.About YouMinimum 6 months experience in chair-side dental assistance, infection control, and reprocessing reusable medical devices.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage priorities, solve problems, and work independently.Solid customer service experience and proficiency in administrative tasks, including using Microsoft Office and maintaining clinical systems.Indepth knowledge of dental terminology, equipment, procedures, and contemporary infection control and sterilisation practices.Why SA Dental?Real job satisfaction, knowing your work is making a significant difference in the community.Opportunities for professional development and career progression.Attractive salary packaging available.Strong communityminded culture and values providing worldclass care to South AustraliansOpportunity for movement across the SA Health system: There are always opportunities for you to develop your skills and your career at one of our many metropolitan or regional sites.Essential RequirementsCurrent National Police Clearance (NPC)Working with Children Check (WWCC)Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionSA Dental is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.Apply Now To learn more about how SA Dental supports Dental Assistants and what it''s like working for SA Dental, click here.Join us at SA Dental and help create healthier smiles for the South Australian community!Job ref: 925503Enquiries to:Name: SA Dental Recruitment TeamPhone: 7117 0119E-mail: [email protected] Closing Date11:55 pm Friday 13 February 2026Advertised:30 Jan 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight TimeApplications close: 13 Feb 2026 Cen. Australia Daylight Time #J-18808-Ljbffr