Copy of General Dentist

Mobile Dental Clinics Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mobile Dental Clinics Australia (MDCA) delivers high-quality, on-site dental care to aged care residents and underserved communities across Australia, with a focus on dignity and clinical excellence in a mobile care environment.

The General Dentist role covers clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and providing comprehensive dental services across MDCA's on-site clinics servicing aged care facilities and community settings in Victoria.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in dentistry (BDS) or equivalent
• Current AHPRA General Dentist registration
• 1–3 years full-time experience as a Dentist
• Current professional indemnity insurance
• National Police Certificate (Police Check)

Responsibilities

• Assessing and diagnosing oral health conditions using clinical examination, imaging, and patient history
• Delivering preventive dental care including periodontal treatment and patient education
• Performing restorative treatments such as fillings, crowns, bridges and implants
• Undertaking minor oral surgical procedures and prescribing medications
• Carrying out routine orthodontic treatment as required
• Fitting and managing removable and fixed dental prostheses
• Recognising signs of systemic health conditions and referring as needed
• Educating patients on oral hygiene and long-term dental health
• Providing guidance to dental assistants and care team
• Maintaining accurate clinical records according to regulations
• Travelling to designated aged care facilities and community sites as scheduled

Skills

Dentistry

Patient care

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or equivalent

AHPRA General Dentist registration

National Police Certificate / Police Check

Job description

Founded in 2015, Mobile Dental Clinics Australia (MDCA) brings quality, on-site dental care to aged care residents and underserved communities across Australia, delivering treatment with dignity, compassion, and clinical excellence wherever patients need it most.

About the Role

The General Dentist is responsible for providing comprehensive, patient-centred dental care across MDCA's on-site clinics, servicing aged care facilities and community settings throughout Victoria. This role involves clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and the delivery of general dentistry services, ensuring high-quality care and positive outcomes for patients in a mobile care environment.

Your Responsibilities

• Assessing and diagnosing oral health conditions using clinical examination, imaging, and patient history
• Delivering preventive dental care, including periodontal treatment, fluoride application, and patient education on oral health promotion
• Performing restorative treatments such as fillings, crowns, bridges, and implant-related procedures, repairing decayed or damaged teeth
• Undertaking minor oral surgical procedures, including tissue biopsies and prescribing appropriate medication
• Carrying out routine orthodontic treatment as required
• Fitting and managing removable and fixed dental prostheses to restore oral function
• Recognising oral signs of broader systemic health conditions (such as diabetes) and referring or managing accordingly
• Educating patients on maintaining oral hygiene and long-term dental health
• Providing clinical guidance and support to dental assistants and other members of the on-site care team
• Maintaining accurate and compliant clinical records in accordance with practice and regulatory requirements
• Travelling to designated aged care facilities and community sites as scheduled

About You

• A patient-focused clinician committed to delivering high-quality care
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach, particularly when working with elderly and vulnerable patients
• Proficient across all aspects of general dentistry
• Comfortable working independently and managing a varied caseload across multiple locations
• Reliable, organised, and adaptable to a mobile care setting

Skills & Experience

• Minimum Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or equivalent tertiary qualification in dentistry
• Current AHPRA registration as a General Dentist, with no restrictions
• Minimum 1–3 years of full-time experience working as a Dentist
• Current professional indemnity insurance
• National Police Certificate (Police Check)

Company Overview

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