Clinical Supervisor

Latrobe Community Health Services; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Latrobe Community Health Service in Melbourne seeks a Clinical Supervisor for Oral Health to oversee dental students and on‑duty clinicians, ensuring high standards of safety, quality and patient‑centred care across the Oral Health Services.

You will lead clinical oversight, mentor staff, contribute to audits and improve workflows, while supporting recruitment and training in a not-for-profit community setting.

Qualifications

• AHPRA‑registered Dentist with proven clinical and leadership expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise students and clinicians in a teaching environment.
• Experience in quality assurance, audits and patient safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise dental students and on‑duty clinicians, model best‑practice care.
• Provide oversight and mentoring to clinicians; support staff development and recruitment.
• Conduct clinical audits and review treatment plans to monitor quality outcomes.

Skills

AHPRA‑registered Dentist

Leadership experience

Mentoring skills

Quality improvement

Education

AHPRA‑registered Dentist

Job description

Latrobe Community Health Services – Melbourne VIC

Located in Morwell and Moe, Permanent Part time and casual positions available

Join a not-for-profit health care provider who is getting back to what matters

Use your talents and efforts in helping the community members who need it, not just those who can afford it.

Please note, the set part time hours we are looking for for this position are; Monday based in Morwell, Thursday and Friday based in Moe

At Latrobe Community Health Service you’ll be part of a positive and passionate workplace. We’re dedicated to providing you with career opportunities through work that is rewarding and meaningful within the community.

What you’ll be doing in this role?

In this role, you will take on a dynamic combination of clinical practice, student supervision, and leadership. As the Clinical Supervisor you will report to the Oral Health Manager and play a key role in maintaining high standards of safety, quality and patient‑centred care across the Oral Health Services.

Your main responsibility will be to provide clinical oversight and guidance to dental students and on‑duty clinicians, ensuring best‑practice standards in all aspects of dental care. You will demonstrate procedures, supervise student treatments, and foster professional growth through mentorship, feedback and daily support.

You will also conduct client follow‑up and quality assurance activities, including clinical audits, peer reviews and treatment plan evaluations. When complex or high‑risk cases arise, you will ensure timely management, documentation and escalation to the Oral Health Manager.

Beyond your clinical duties, you will contribute to continuous quality improvement - helping to refine clinical workflows, strengthen patient satisfaction, and drive team collaboration across administrative and operational areas. Part of your leadership will include assisting with staff recruitment, induction, and training, as well as contributing to incident reviews, performance feedback, and service improvement initiatives.

In essence, you will combine the rigour of high‑quality dental practice with the satisfaction of teaching and mentoring - ensuring that every student, clinician and patient benefits from your expertise, professionalism and commitment to excellence.

Your work will include:

Supervising and demonstrating clinical care to dental students

Providing oversight, guidance and mentoring to clinicians

Conducting clinical audits, reviewing treatment plans and monitoring quality outcomes

Managing client follow‑up and ensuring patient issues are addressed promptly

Supporting the recruitment, orientation, and development of new dentists

Contributing to continuous improvement in workflows, standards and patient experience

What we are looking for:

AHPRA‑registered Dentist with proven clinical and leadership expertise

Passion for teaching, mentoring and professional development

Understanding of community dental programs and evidence‑based practice

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with emotional intelligence and empathy

Commitment to teamwork, innovation and continuous quality improvement

Alignment with our values of integrity, excellence, and service

What’s in it for you?

Leadership and mentoring role in a supportive, integrated health service

Opportunities to influence clinical standards and educational outcomes

Access to structured learning, buddy systems, and professional development plans

Modern facilities, collaborative team culture and strong community connection

A chance to make a real impact - improving oral health and strengthening regional communities

For more information please contact Felicia Valianatos, Manager Oral Health, on (03) 8540 6***

Latrobe Community Health Service is committed to better health, better lifestyles, strong and inclusive communities.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people whom are from different backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people of any age, race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation and cultural background. We look for the right values, skills and knowledge to build our capabilities so that we can best deliver for our community. If you have a reasonable adjustment, support or access requirement, we encourage you to let us know through your application or email ***********@lchs.com.au

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