Image:  Early bird registrations are now open for 2024 Dental Assistants Professional Conference! Join us on October 26, 2024, at Rydges World Square in Sydney and be a part of the must attend ‘BIG DAY OUT’ event in our industry. This year's theme is 'Chart a Brighter Future', and we're crafting a meticulously designed program just for you. Get ready to be inspired by our incredible keynote speakers, participate in engaging workshop-style sessions, and connect with fellow dental professionals in dynamic breakout discussion groups. We're committed to providing you with the insights and ..read more

ABOUT US The Australian Dental Association NSW Centre for Professional Development (ADA NSW CPD) is a leading national education provider of professional development activities for dentists and their teams. The Centre’s world-class facilities, including a 25-seat clinical training centre, 4 dental training bays and sterilisation room, are used for courses and events, hands-on workshops, venue hire and live broadcasts/webinars. We also run external conferences and engage with the wider dental community to inspire, support and empower dental professionals in the advancement of oral health. THE ..read more

Image:  The Dental Assistants Professional Association (DAPA) is keen to hear from you about your work experiences, insights and ideas about your role. This initiative between DAPA and the ADA is designed to gain a deeper understanding of the role of a DA and develop strategies and actions to ensure their roles are recognised and fulfilled. Your responses are critical in helping DAPA to design strategies to attract and retain talent in our sector. All responses are anonymous unless you leave your name and details, and it is a collaboration between ADA and DAPA. We encourage you to par ..read more

Upload Image:  Are you a seasoned professional with a deep understanding of RTO management, Smart and Skilled funding, compliance reporting, and membership support? The Dental Assistants Professional Association (DAPA) is looking for an exceptional candidate to lead our RTO processes, support our growing membership, and ensure compliance! About Us: DAPA is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing quality training and support to Dental Assistants across Australia. As our RTO Management and Membership Support Expert, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our train ..read more

The new dental benefits schedul for the CDBS program is now available through th MBSonline. https://www.google.com/url?rct=j&sa=t&url=https://www.health.gov.au/reso ..read more

Image:  Just released, the long awaited Standard AS 5369:2023 is now available for purchase from Standards Australia Store https://store.standards.org.au/product/as-5369-2023?queryID=f54eed3d9e69... This standard will replace both the AS/NZS 4187:2014 Amd 2:2019 Reprocessing of reusable medical devices in health service organisations and the AS/NZS 4815:2006[Superseded] Office-based health care facilities — Reprocessing of reusable medical and surgical instruments and equipment, and maintenance of the associated environment. This new Standard specifies the requirements and practices n ..read more

Join our Private Specialist referral practice as part of a long-standing team based in the City and Miranda. We seek an independent, motivated part time (3 days), Cert III Dental Assistant with over 3 years’ experience, in a similar role. You will autonomously complete operational duties including: • Coordination of procedures in rooms and in theatre, • Assistance in surgical procedures, • Practice wide clinical task organization, • Practice wide patient care coordination, • Liaison and planning with referrers, hospitals and the surgical/medical team. *You will also deliver excellent service ..read more

Image:  Employees of small business employers (employers with fewer than 15 employees) can now access 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave in a 12-month period as from 1st August 2023. This leave is available to full-time, part-time and casual employees and is not pro-rated. Employees of all other employers could access this leave from 1 February 2023. What you need to know about the leave 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave is now available to employees of small business employers. Full-time, part-time and casual employees can take 10 days of paid family ..read more

Image:  Are you interested in meeting together to share ideas, hear about new products, learn new techniques and generally share experiences in the world of dental in a safe and likeminded atmosphere? DAPA will be hosting regular network sessions for dental assistants and would like to hear fom you with your ideas on how we can best support your career and your journey. We are looking to provide learning sessions, guest presenters, new product demonstrations and much more! However, we need your input so please send us an email to office@dapa.asn.au and let us know: What time and day w ..read more

Image:  Many would remember the video produced by the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) entitled "If Saliva were Red". This resource was widely used to demonstrate the extent of pathogenic contamination within the dental setting. OSAP is a US based dental membership association for oral health care professionals that focuses exclusively on dental infection prevention and patient and provider safety. OSAP’s famous “If Saliva Were Red” video demonstrated how easily an operatory can become contaminated during common procedures and was a popular teaching resource, how ..read more