GEGAC Dental is seeking a motivated, reliable and team-focused Dental Assistant to join our busy and rewarding Aboriginal Primary Health Care Team. This position will support the delivery of high-quality , culturally safe dental care to community to assisting clinicians during procedures, preparing treatment rooms, maintaining infection control standards, supporting client flow and contributing to a welcoming and respectful clinic environment. The role is suited to someone who is organised, compassionate and committed to working as part of a support multidisciplinary team to improve oral health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the broader community.

Organisational Profile

GEGAC is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria. Consisting of about 200 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that delivers holistic services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services, Elders & Disability and Early Childhood Education.

GEGAC advocates for the self-determination of the Aboriginal community by prioritising services that enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, with culture at the heart of everything we do.

Position Purpose

The GEGAC Dental Assistant plays a key role is supporting the delivery of culturally safe, high-quality oral health services to Aboriginal community in/around the Bairnsdale and East Gippsland region. The role contributes to improved oral health outcomes through clinical support, client engagement, infection prevention, care coordination and administrative assistance.

All clinical activities are undertaken under the direction and supervision of an appropriately qualified oral health clinician and within the scope of practice of a Dental Assistant.

Key Selection Criteria 

• A demonstrated interest in, and understanding of, Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing principles and the value and role of Aboriginal Health Services.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and sterilisation standards.
• Demonstrated dental assisting experience in a clinical environment and knowledge and understanding of contemporary dental techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills especially with Aboriginal community and families.
• Ability to maintain accurate electronic records and a demonstrated understanding of confidentiality requirements pertaining to client care and client records.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.

Qualifications and Registrations Requirement (Essential or Desirable).

• Valid Victorian driver’s licence ESSENTIAL
• Certificate III in Dental Assisting (or recognised equivalent experience and competency) ESSENTIAL
• Current First Aid and CPR Certifications (or willingness to obtain) ESSENTIAL
• Demonstrated experience working as a Dental Assistant, including chairside assistance, infection control and sterilisation processes ESSENTIAL
• A satisfactory Working with Children Check and Fit2Work Police Check ESSENTIAL
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary health service environment ESSENTIAL
• A person of Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander background DESIRABLE
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccinated to align with GEGAC requirements ESSENTIAL

How to apply for this job

A copy of the position description can be obtained by copying and pasting this URL into your browser:  https://gegac.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-Dental-Assistant-Position-Description.pdf

A copy of the position description can also be obtained by emailing HR@gegac.org.au.

Applicants must address the key selection criteria for shortlisting.

Any applications that have not addressed the key selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications can also be emailed to HR@gegac.org.au

Applications close 5pm Sunday, 4 October 2026

A valid Working with Children Check and Police check is mandatory to work in this organisation.

“this advertisement is pursuant to the ‘special measures’ provision at section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)”.