Dental Assistant/Receptionist 1
Date: 27 Nov 2025
Location: Shepparton, VIC, AU, 3630
Company: Goulburn Valley Health
Reference Number: 2238
Job Title: Dental Assistant/Receptionist 1
Employment Type: Part Time Fixed Contract
Hours per Fortnight: 64 hrs
Classification: Grade 1 (HS1, HS14 - HS17)
Location: Shepparton
Closing date: 12/12/2025
For a confidential conversation please contact: scott.freeman@gvhealth.org.au
About GV Health:
At Goulburn Valley Health we pride ourselves on delivering person-centred care. We aim to enhance patient experience through improved service access, developing partnerships, meeting growth in demand, implementing innovative service models and ensuring workforce flexibility.
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Our region:
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About the role:
GV Health Dental Service is seeking a qualified part time Dental Assistant/Receptionist (Certificate 3 or above) to join our team in a busy 12 chair clinic. In this role you will have the opportunity to work in the clinic, on reception, sterilisation, assist in dental GA's and be part of the outreach service to kindergartens, schools and aged care facilities etc.
We are looking for a confident, patient focused dental assistant with prior experience and a Certificate 111 in Dental Assisting (or above) to join our large multidisciplinary team. In this role you will broaden your skills across the front desk and clinical areas supporting clinicians and final year dental students on rotation to Shepparton.
The successful candidate will have:
- Certificate 3 in Dental Assisting, Australian Dental Association in Dental Assisting Certificate or equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in office-based procedures and ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Ability to work in a team or autonomous environment
- A positive approach and adaptability to a changing environment
- Excellent customer service skills (both at reception and clinic level)
If you love helping people, are a team player and enjoy variety in your workday we'd love to hear from you so please send us your resume, cover letter and responses to the selection criteria above.
Please specify in your Cover Letter if you wish to apply for a Part Time or Casual position.
Position Description: HERE
If qualifications are a requirement for this position, please attach a copy in support of your application. Qualification requirements are outlined in the Position Description under 'Key Selection Criteria'
Why work at GV Health?
- Free Community Connector Program to personally welcome and connect you to our wonderful community
- Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking and discounted leisure memberships
- Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to support work/life balance
- Paid parental leave
- Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals
- A confidential employee assistance program (EAP) for you and your loved ones
- Social club membership offering a range of events, functions and local community discounts
- Our CREATE Outstanding monthly, bi-monthly and annual reward and recognition program
GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ+, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. GV Health has zero tolerance of abuse, bullying and harassment and discrimination in all forms, and is committed to the safety, protection and wellbeing of all children.
Pre-employment screening checks may be required, including but not limited to; Working with Children's Check (WWCC), National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Worker Screening, International and National Police Checks, Aged Care Statutory Declaration, Visas and valid working rights in Australia, immunisations as mandated by Department of Health. Further details of pre-employment requirements are provided in the Position Description and to successful candidates, or upon request.
GV Health reserves the right to vary pre-employment screening from time to time and as directed by legislation and operational requirements.
Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.