Dental Technician

Location
Woolloongabba QLD
 
Benefits
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Full job description
Introduction:
About ATSICHS Brisbane

ATSICHS Brisbane is a not-for-profit community owned health and human services organisation delivering on the unique health and wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in greater Brisbane and Logan. We pride ourselves on providing health and human services, our way – supporting our people and community in our commitment to create a flourishing future and lasting legacy for them and their families.

ATSICHS Brisbane is a member of the Institute for Urban Indigenous Health (IUIH).

See more at our website - www.atsichsbrisbane.org.au

Description:
About The Role

As a key member of the ATSICHS Brisbane team, The Dental Technician is responsible for designing, constructing, and repairing dental prosthetics, including crowns, bridges, dentures, and orthodontic devices. This role ensures that dental appliances meet high-quality standards and align with patient needs and dental specifications.

Duties

Construct, modify, and repair dental appliances, ensuring high standards of quality and accuracy.
Maintain and calibrate dental lab equipment, ensuring proper handling and storage of materials.
Perform quality control checks on all dental prosthetics before delivery to dentists.
Adhere to workplace health and safety regulations, including infection control procedures.
Ensure culturally safe services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients by incorporating cultural awareness into interactions.
Communicate effectively with dentists, prothetists and dental staff to ensure accurate design and fit of dental appliances.

Culture

Enjoy working in an organisation that makes a difference in the community. Join our friendly and supportive Social Health team that will help you grow personally and professionally.

Benefits

Salary of $82,732 per annum (based on qualifications and experience).
Additional 12% Super + access to NFP salary packaging (Increases your take home pay).
Permanent Full Time position.
Work for a leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, community-controlled organisation.
Great opportunity to develop personally and professionally.

COVID-19 Requirement

Immunisation history showing you have received two doses of a Covid -19 vaccine is encouraged.

Skills and Experiences:
Required

Diploma or degree in Dental Technology or equivalent qualification
Experience in fabricating dental prosthetics, including crowns, dentures, and bridges
Strong knowledge of dental materials, techniques, and laboratory equipment
3 years’ experience working in a dental laborator.
Proficiency in using dental laboratory equipment and materials
Ability to interpret dental impressions, prescriptions, and instructions from dentists and prosthetists
Attention to detail and manual dexterity for precision work
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot dental appliance issues
National Police Certificate.
Immunisations
Evidence of Work Rights

Preferred

Knowledge of digital dental technology and CAD/CAM systems.
Experience with 3D printing and digital dental technology
Understanding of infection control and sterilisation protocols

How to apply

If this sounds like you, please submit your application by following the links on the recruitment page. Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.
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