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REPORTS TO: Dentist

HOURS: Full Time/Part Time (negotiable)

CLASSIFICATION: Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services Award 2010
Dental assistant – grade dependent on qualifications and experience

PURPOSE AND FUNCTION: Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services is a not for profit organisation providing culturally attuned, integrated health and community services on the Far South Coast of New South Wales. Katungul is managed by a CEO reporting to an elected Board of Directors.

When working as the Dental Assistant the position involves a variety of clinic and community-based activities to assist the Dentist in providing dental care and health education to clients. This position requires the ability to provide high quality clinical services to clients; care and attention to detail in maintaining the dental clinic; and a commitment to community health promotion and oral health education.

When working as the Clinical Administration Officer the position involves providing reception and administrative support to various clinical and other staff to ensure the smooth running of the clinic. As the receptionist is the first point of contact it is essential that they are pleasant, courteous, highly professional and able to interact with a wide and diverse range of people. They will need the ability to work proficiently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged to apply.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Essential

Prior experience as a dental assistant and medical receptionist
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to create a calm environment where clients are often anxious
Ability to prioritise workload, demonstrated organisational skills and delivery to agreed deadlines
A demonstrated understanding of the issues and barriers that impact upon the health outcomes of Aboriginal people
Ability to collect data, write reports, and willingness to comply with reporting requirements of the organisation
Current unrestricted NSW Driver Licence

Desirable

To be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander decent
Current Certificate III or IV in Dental Assisting
First Aid Certificate or willingness to gain a First Aid Certificate
Previous work experience in a community setting, clinical environment, or within an Aboriginal organisation
Experience working with Aboriginal communities
Willingness to perform some overnight and long-distance work across southern NSW

How to Apply

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

Katungul requires written applications in the form of an email or letter.

In your email or letter please make sure you list each of the Selection Criteria from the position description and then explain how your work experience or training shows how you have obtained that particular skill; experience; or qualification.

You may indicate how you meet each Selection Criteria by providing examples of events or projects that demonstrate your experience; knowledge; skills; and training. It is recommended that your statements in response to each of the Selection Criteria be no more than half a page.

Please submit your application with:

a cover letter
followed by your statements in response to the Selection Criteria (you should check that you have covered each of the Selection Criteria)
and lastly an up-to-date Resume.

When Katungul selects applicants for interview its decision will be based upon clear demonstration of your ability to meet each of the Selection Criteria.

The closing date for applications is 5.00pm Friday 12th June 2020.

Email your application to humanresources@katungul.org.au

Or post your application to:

Katungul ACRH & CS
PO Box 296
Narooma NSW 2546

If you have any queries or would like a copy of the Position Description please email Human Resources on the above email address.

Dental Assistant Clinical Administration Officer

Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services Narooma NSW 2546

Katungul Aboriginal Corporation Regional Health and Community Services

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