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Dental Assistant Grade 1

Limpopo Department of Health, Lebowakgomo, Limpopo

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Company
Limpopo Department of Health
Location
Lebowakgomo, Limpopo
Job type
Permanent
Minimum qualification
Grade 12
Salary
R225 777 per annum
Closing date
6 November 2026 (3 days left)
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About this post

The Limpopo Department of Health is looking for 5 people for the post of Dental Assistant Grade 1 in Lebowakgomo. It is a permanent post, paying R225 777 per annum.

Where you will work: WF Knobel Hospital (X 1 Post) Letaba Hospital (X1 Post) Sekororo Hospital (X1 Post) Lebowakgomo Hospital (X 1 Post) Warmbaths Hospital (X1 Post)

Closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.

What you need

The official advert asks for:

  • Qualifications and Competencies: A National Senior Certificate/Grade 12/Matric Certificate plus an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Dental Assistant.
  • Completion of an accredited Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting (NQF Level 5).
  • Current registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA ) as Dental Assistant.
  • Knowledge And Skills: Understanding tooth numbering systems, oral structures, and dental terminology for clear communication with the clinical teams.
  • Knowledge of regulatory and safety standards [such as CDC and OSHA guidelines], proper personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and Cross – contamination prevention.
  • Understanding patient medical histories, medications, billing codes, and insurance claims processing.
  • Chairside assisting sterilization and instrument management.
  • Diagnostic imaging.
  • Patient data and Records maintenance, Computer literacy, Communication and Patient education, Empathy and Compassion, Organization, Time management, Attention to detail, Teamwork and Adaptability.

What you’ll do

  • Render Assistance during procedures.
  • Patient comfort care, Sterilise equipment.
  • Render administrative tasks (Front office).
  • ENQUIRES : General enquiries about the advertised posts should be directed to Ms Hlokoa RE Tel No: (015) 293 6406, Ms Mompei MM Tel No: (015) 293 6126 / Ms Sebake RL Tel No: (015) 293 6426, Ms Sebola MF Tel No: (015) 293 6002 and Ms Mothiba JT Tel No: (015) 293 6329 during office hours.

Tips before you apply

  • Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
  • Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
  • Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.

How to apply

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Where to apply: The circular of advertised vacant posts will be posted on the following websites: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za/, www.ldoh.gov.za, www.dpsa.gov.za and Provincial Department social media. Applicants must apply on the following website: https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za/

Closing date: Friday, 6 November 2026

Notes from the official advert

NB: Ensure that you read the conditions and requirements of the post before you apply. Failure to comply with the instructions below will result in your application being disqualified. By applying, it is understood that you agree to the conditions and requirements of the post. Applicants are hereby invited from suitably qualified candidates for vacant posts in the Department of Health. Applications should include a fully completed new Z83 form obtainable from any government institution or at www.dpsa.gov.za and must be accompanied by a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae [CV]. Completion of Z83 Application Form: Online applications must include the only Curriculum Vitae [CV] in PDF as attachment. Zipped ,IMG and JPEG documents will not be accepted. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed up by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. In Part B, all fields should be completed in full except the following: South African applicants need not provide passport numbers. If an applicant responded “No” to the question “Are you conducting business with the State or are you a Director of a Public or Private company conducting business with the State? Then it is acceptable for an applicant to indicate ‘not applicable’ or leave blank to the question. If yes (provide detail), “In the event that you are employed in the Public Service, will you immediately relinquish such business interest?”. Applicants may leave the following question blank if they are not in possession of such: “If your profession or occupation requires official registration, provide date and particulars of registration”. Noting there is limited space provided for Part E, F & G, applicants often indicate “refer to Curriculum Vitae (CV)” or “see attached”, this is acceptable as long as the CV has been attached and provides the required information. If the information is not provided in the CV, the applicant may be disqualified. It must be noted that a CV is an extension of the application for employment Z83, and applicants are accountable for the information that is provided therein. The questions related to the conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part F must be answered however applicants currently employed by the public service do not need to complete the section as it is intended for those seeking re-employment. Applicants with foreign qualifications remain…

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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.

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