Dentist

Holstep Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Holstep Health in Melbourne is seeking a Dentist to deliver high-quality dental care to the community, covering preventative, emergency, and general treatments. You will promote oral health through education and preventative initiatives, empowering individuals to improve their overall health and wellbeing.

The role requires a Bachelor of Dental Science, current Medicare and prescriber numbers, and a strong commitment to infection control and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Dental Science or equivalent dental qualification.
• Current Medicare provider number / Registration number.
• Current Dental Prescriber number.
• High level of clinical competence and a commitment to high-quality dental services with a focus on public health principles.
• Excellent understanding of Infection Control Procedures.
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work as a team member.
• Commitment to continuing personal and professional development.
• Understanding of culturally and linguistically diverse communities and strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, effective and efficient dental services within clinical guidelines, including basic oral surgery and endodontic treatment.
• Respect patients' cultural beliefs and facilitate interpreters when required.
• Participate in outreach dental services, screening, early detection, and oral health promotion.
• Safely use and maintain dental equipment and report on its condition.
• Ensure compliance with national safety, infection control standards and dental record keeping audits.
• Provide professional support and direction to dental auxiliaries and staff.
• Support dental programs linked to alternative funding streams, including Medicare-funded programs.
• Participate in Oral Health team meetings and clinical peer reviews.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Public health focus

Education

Bachelor of Dental Science or equivalent

Job description

Join our friendly dental team as a Dentist, offering competitive remuneration, a modern practice, supportive colleagues and professional development.

The Dentist role is responsible for delivering high-quality dental care to the community, with services encompassing preventative, emergency, and general dental treatment. The role also includes promoting oral health through education and preventative initiatives aimed at empowering individuals to improve their overall health and wellbeing.
This position plays a vital role in the effective operation of the Dental Service and is expected to maintain a high standard of clinical competence and professional conduct. The incumbent must demonstrate proficiency and up-to-date knowledge across the key areas outlined in the “Key Responsibilities” section, contributing to the ongoing improvement of oral health outcomes within the community.

YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Clinical Accountabilities

• Provide compassionate, effective and efficient dental services within clinical guidelines, including basic oral surgery and endodontic treatment.
• Users of service are treated in a manner which respects their cultural beliefs and practices, including facilitating the use of interpreters when required.
• Participate in the provision of outreach dental services, screening, early detection, and oral health promotion.
• Safe use and maintenance of dental equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, advise Team Leaders/ Manager on the condition of dental equipment.
• Ensure compliance with the National Safety & Quality Primary and Community Healthcare Standards, Infection Control Australian Standards and Dental record keeping auditing.
• Provide professional support and direction to dental auxiliaries and administration staff to ensure cohesive and effective service provision.
• Support the implementation of dental programs associated with alternative funding streams, including Medicare-funded Dental programs.
• Participate and contribute to the Oral Health team meeting and Clinical Peer reviews.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor of Dental Science or equivalent dental qualification
• Current Medicare provider number / Registration number
• Current Dental Prescriber number
• High level of clinical competence and a demonstrated commitment to the provision of appropriate, high-quality dental services with a focus on public health principles
• Excellent understanding of Infection Control Procedures
• Advanced interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing personal and professional development
• Understanding of issues associated with culturally and linguistically diverse communities and High level of skills including Customer Service particularly in dealing with internal and external clients from diverse backgrounds and with special needs, effective teamwork skills
• Ability to commit to Holstep Health values and philosophy, and capacity to engage in the enhancement of Holstep Health culture in meeting organisational objectives
• Commitment to Confidentiality and Privacy protocols, and Holstep Health administrative procedures and OH&S policies and procedures.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and meeting the requirements outlined in the position description.

Holstep Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a safe environment for children and young people. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people from LGBTIQA+ communities and people living with disability.

Please let us know if you require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process.