Dental Clinic Assistants (Casual Pool)

Benefits

• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Dental Clinic Assistants (Casual Pool)

Job no: 522202

Work type: Casual

Location: Oral Health Centre of WA

Categories: Health and Medical Sciences

UWA Dental School

• Casual appointment
• Base salary range: $34.25 – $37.93 per hour (plus 25% casual loading) plus 12% superannuation

About the opportunity

Are you passionate about patient care and looking for flexible work in a dynamic clinical environment? We are seeking Dental Clinic Assistants to support our team in delivering high quality dental care.

• Provide clinical assistance to dental students and OHCWA clinical staff during patient treatment
• Maintain high standards of infection control and hygiene throughout the clinic
• Provide excellent patient care and ensure a safe and welcoming environment, and conduct administrative duties as required within the clinic

About you

• Completion of Certificate III or Certificate IV in Dental Clinic Assisting or equivalent.
• Current knowledge of dental assisting procedures and experience in dental assistance within public dental or teaching facilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks

Note: A current first aid certificate and working with children check will be required by the successful applicant.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Lina Brunini at lina.brunini@uwa.edu.au

Applications will be retained on our casual register for 12 months. Should an opportunity arise matching your skills and experience, you will be contacted by the relevant work area.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

Advertised: 11 Dec 2025 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 30 Nov 2026 W. Australia Standard Time