The Team:
The Dental Sterilisation Technician works within a supportive and diverse team in the Southern region of Oral Health Services Tasmania, comprising approximately 160 staff members. The team includes dental professionals, technicians, dental assistants, customer service officers, and administrative staff, representing a blend of long‑term locals and newcomers to Tasmania. Together, they share a strong commitment to improving community oral health outcomes through high‑quality, patient‑centred care.
The work environment encourages team members to be authentic, share expertise, pursue professional passions, and contribute actively to a culture that “punches above its weight” in delivering progressive and impactful dental services.
Overall, the team fosters collaboration, inclusiveness, and service excellence, providing a positive and purpose‑driven setting for the Dental Sterilisation Technician role.
The Role:
As a member of the oral health care team the Dental Sterilisation Technician decontaminates, packages and sterilises dental instruments and equipment appropriate to the dental environment and general clinical areas.
The Dental Sterilisation Technician maintains clean and hygienic surroundings to facilitate the control of infection in the central sterilising bay and associated sterile instrument storage area.
You will need to:
- Perform effective reprocessing of dental instruments and equipment in accordance with current Oral Health Services Tasmania Infection Control policies and guidelines and relevant Australian Standards.
- Ensure adherence to quality assurance procedures in the operation of pre-vacuum steam sterilisers and equipment in use within the central sterilising bay.
- Ensure all required sterilisation data is captured and completed in accordance with Oral Health Services Tasmania protocols.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, casual, day worker position working as and when required, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 12 months.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $67,193 to $72,126 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 2022.
Salary Packaging:
You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Satisfactory completion of Certificate 3 in Dental Assisting and/or qualifications in Sterilising Technology.
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:
Application Guide:
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.
*Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Carolyn Bakes
Position: Senior Dental Assistant
Phone number:0408 536 905
Email address: SDAsouth@ths.tas.gov.au
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