Dental Laboratory Assistant (522430)
The Team:
Oral Health Services Tasmania is the statewide dental provider for eligible Tasmanians. The service is divided into Adult, Prosthetic and Childrens services. The Laboratory assistant is responsible for ensuring the workflow of traditional and digital prosthetic devices. This position is in the south and supports a team of dental professionals in monitoring and assisting workflow and manufacture of dental appliances.
The Role:
The Laboratory Assistant assists the Laboratory Manager in establishing and maintaining a workflow for dental technicians and dental prosthetists. The assist with the pouring and trimming of models, manufacture of trays, mouthguards and splints, internal administrative processes, receiving and dispatching of goods.
You will need:
- Previous experience as a dental technician, laboratory, administrative or dental assistant and a demonstrated interest in the public health sector and its clients.
- Highly developed computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office packages and understanding of the Titanium client information management system, or the ability to quickly acquire this knowledge and understanding.
- Demonstrated ability to establish priorities and complete variable workloads to a high standard and to imposed deadlines.
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 full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 29 January 2027.
*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.
Position Features:
- Intrastate travel may be required
- Required to wear protective clothing and eyewear (provided by the agency) in accordance with Work Health and Safety guidelines
- Required to undergo annual hearing assessment
Salary:
$70,033 to $75,114 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025.
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:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- 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:
- Qualifications in office administration, dental assisting or dental technology
- Current Driver’s Licence
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.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Lisa Tyler
Position: Area Manager
Phone number: 0427 567 092
Email address: Lisa.Tyler@ths.tas.gov.au
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