Dental Assistant

Part Time opportunity for a Dental Assistant at Western Plains Correctional Centre in Lara, VIC.
Attractive Base Salaries $79K + Super (based on Full Time).

About the roles

GEO Healthcare provides primary healthcare to men in Public Prisons across Victoria.

The Dental Assistant will be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of dental chairside duties, ensuring the dentist and patient are well supported in the delivery of oral health services. The Dental Assistant will also be responsible for the safe and efficient delivery of sterilisation and reprocessing tasks associated with the clinic for which they are rostered and/or all Reusable Medical Devices (RMD’s) used.

For more information on this role, including more details regarding the key accountabilities, please click the appropriate link below:

• Dental Assistant

Skills and Experience:

• Maintain the dental suite within a GEO Healthcare location consistent with quality efficiency, effectiveness and safe dental practice.
• Co-ordinates all referrals for oral health services, which includes screening, triage and scheduling of appointments which meets clinical acuity and contractual timeframes.
• Prepare patients for dental treatment.
• Pre-set materials and equipment for the required for dental procedures.
• Undertake and comply with infection control standards and procedures in the dental clinic in accordance with GEO Healthcare policy and procedures.
• Undertake sterilisation processes, as required, in accordance with infection control standards and GEO Healthcare policy and procedures.
• Undertake general clerical duties required for the operation of the dental clinic (phone, coordination and triage of activities, communication with other member of the GEO Healthcare team and Corrections Victoria custodial staff. within the centre).
• Assists in preparing the dental clinic for daily operation and is responsible for sterilisation of dental instruments, disinfecting and general cleanliness of the dental clinic.

The ideal candidate will have:

Essential:

• Qualifications as a dental assistant - Certificate III in Dental Assisting or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of professional experience in dental work
• Previous experience in practice administration would be highly desirable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.

Other Requirements of the role:

• Ionizing Radiation Apparatus Use License in Victoria for Intra-Oral Radiography (Licence to provide dental panoramic radiography is desirable).
• Valid Australian driver’s licence.
• Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
• Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.

About GEO Healthcare

GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.

GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.

We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.

Company Benefits Overview

The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.

• GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.

Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here

Financial & Career Benefits

• Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
• Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
• Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
• Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
• Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
• Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.

Health & Wellbeing

• Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
• Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
• Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
• Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
• Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees

Work-Life Balance

• Free parking: Enjoy complimentary parking at our workplace for added convenience.
• Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
• Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
• Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.

For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare

How to Apply:

Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:

• Three COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
• Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months

To apply, we ask that you complete short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
To obtain further information about the application and recruitment process, please contact HealthcareCareers@geogroup.com.au.

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People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:

UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE