Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellent.

Griffith Health Clinics is a multi-disciplinary primary health care service within Griffith University. Specifically working in our student led Dental Clinic we are seeking dynamic and passionate Dental Assistant’s to join our team.

Griffith University is currently ranked no. 2 for Dentistry and Oral Health, this is where you get to make an impact working within our multi-story 100+ chair Dental Clinic to help facilitate student placement requirements for our dental students.

As a Dental Assistant, key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Welcome and prepare patients for treatment, providing full range of chair-side assistance that ensures each procedure runs smoothly.
• Work closely with your colleagues to monitor patient conditions, support oral hygiene education, and reassure patients about their ongoing treatment.
• Provide administrative and or reception assistance as required by the Team Leader, Dental Assistant enduring strict adherence to confidentiality.
• Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the clinic, which includes sterilising and maintaining dental equipment.

The following positions are available:

• Continuing, full-time
• Fixed term until December 2025, full-time

The successful candidate will be required to work shifts from Monday to Friday, from 7:30am to 3:30pm or 12:30pm to 8:30pm. Shift times will vary depending on business needs and may change daily. Both positions are based at the Dental Clinic on our Gold Coast campus.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will hold an Australian Dental Assistant qualification or recognised equivalent together with a current CPR / First Aid Certificate from a recognised provider or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing work.

In addition to the above, you will demonstrate:

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work under supervision and ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Strong administrative skills.

Salary range
The full-time base salary for a HEW Level 3 is in the range $62,112 - $68,660 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total FTE package is in the range $72,671 - $80,332 per annum.

Why join Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading.
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About You section above and the position description).
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details.

Applicants must have unrestricted work rights. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

Further Information
For further information specifically about this role, please contact Yasmin Whitney, Dental Clinic Manager at [email protected]. 

For further application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected].  

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (07) 3735 4011 and quote reference number REF5804B.

Closing date: Open until filled. We will review applications as they are submitted. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible for your best chance to progress to the next stage of the process. All applications must be submitted online.