Dentist

Latrobe Community Health Service; Newborough; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 99,000; Part time

Job summary

Latrobe Community Health Service in Victoria, Gippsland, seeks a Public Dentist to join our not-for-profit health care team on a casual basis. You will work within a multidisciplinary group to deliver value-based oral health care to eligible clients in the community.

We value evidence-based practice, teamwork and compassionate care. The role offers mentoring for less experienced clinicians and opportunities to contribute to regional health outcomes, supported by modern facilities and a strong

Qualifications

• AHPRA-registered Dentist with proven clinical expertise.
• Understanding of community dental programs and evidence-based practice.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with empathy.
• Commitment to teamwork, innovation and continuous quality improvement.
• Alignment with our values of integrity, excellence, and service.

Responsibilities

• Provide value-based oral health services to eligible clients in a cohesive multidisciplinary team.
• Manage clients at high risk of oral disease with emergency and advanced dental procedures.
• Mentoring and support for less experienced clinicians.

Skills

Clinical dentistry

Communication skills

Teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Education

Dental degree

Job description

Located in Clayton & Gippsland, Casual position available

• Join a not-for-profit health care provider who is getting back to what matters
• You’ll use your talents and efforts in helping the community members who need it, not just those who can afford it.
• Attractive hourly rate of $43.77 to $71.90 - depending on qualifications and experience

Why Latrobe Community Health Service?

At Latrobe Community Health Service, we aim to prevent health problems through information and awareness, and to intervene sooner through the delivery of truly integrated healthcare. Our origins are in Gippsland regional Victoria, but we have grown rapidly in recent years. Our services include general practice (GP); nursing; allied health; dental; counselling and psychology; gambling support; alcohol and drug treatment; migrant and refugee settlement services; social connection; carer support services and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in partnership with the NDIA.

What you’ll be doing in this role?

As a Public Dentist you will provide value based oral health services that ensure the best possible health outcome for the LCHS eligible clients in a cohesive multidisciplinary team. You have a specific role in the management of clients at high risk of oral disease, helping them out with emergency and definitive or advanced dental procedures. Experienced dentists with interest in supervision will have an opportunity to join the student demonstrators’ team. Mentoring and support will be provided for less experienced clinicians.

What We’re Looking For

• AHPRA-registered Dentist with proven clinical expertise
• 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?

• A chance to make a real impact - improving oral health and strengthening regional communities
• Access to structured learning, buddy systems, and professional development plans
• Modern facilities, collaborative team culture and strong community connection

For More Information On This Position Contact

Dr Felicia Valianatos

Manager Oral Health

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At Latrobe Community Health Service we want to help you get back to what matters.

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

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