About the role
Who are we?
The Department of Health is an innovative and dynamic organisation dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community. We are committed to providing the highest levels of healthcare and services across Tasmania.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking qualified and motivated Dental Assistants who are interested in future opportunities supporting the delivery of high‑quality, safe and patient‑centred oral health care within a public dental service.
Successful applicants will demonstrate the ability to:
- Provide effective and professional chairside assistance to dental clinicians, supporting a range of clinical procedures in line with scope, policies and guidelines
- Maintain high standards of infection control, sterilisation and clinical cleanliness in accordance with NHMRC, Work Health and Safety and organisational protocols
- Prepare and manage dental equipment, instruments and materials to support efficient and safe clinical service delivery
- Assist with administrative and clerical tasks, including appointment scheduling, client enquiries and accurate maintenance of clinical records
- Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary oral health team, contributing positively to team culture and service outcomes
Why join our employment register?
Be considered for a wide range of roles as they arise Gain experience across multiple services and locations Access flexible employment options Contribute to impactful, person‑centred healthcare delivery This register will remain open until 30 June 2028 and will be reviewed on a regular basis.
Please note that inclusion on this register does not preclude other positions being advertised separately if required.
To view current vacancies, visit: https://www.jobs.tas.gov.au/agency/department_of_health
Salary: $76,849 - $82,996 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025
Eligibility
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
- Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent qualification
- Working with Children Registration (where applicable and as determined by individual position requirements)
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Current Driver’s Licence
- Current First Aid Certificate Level I
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
- Generic Dental Assistant Band3 (May 2025).docx
Application Guide:
- Applicant Guide.docx
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
Contacts
Further information on the area you wish to register an interest in may be obtained by contacting the relevant person listed below:
North
Kristy Haycroft on (03) 6777 1105 or via email at kristy.haycroft@ths.tas.gov.au
North West
Kyra Jackson on (03) 6478 6116 or via email at kyra.jackson@ths.tas.gov.au
South
Lisa Tyler via email at lisa.tyler@ths.tas.gov.au
What it is like working at the Department of Health?
Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!
Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle
One Health Podcast - Spotify
One Health Podcast - Apple
Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian
Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).
Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.