Dentist, Queensland Health

Queensland Government; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 89,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work-life balance

EAP

Discounted private health insurance

Gym/fitness passport

Job summary

Central Queensland Oral Health Service, part of the Queensland Government, is seeking a Dentist to provide high-quality general dentistry across Central Queensland, with outreach clinics and travel to remote locations. You will work with a multidisciplinary team and supervise dental students when appropriate.

Applicants must be registered with AHPRA, hold a current annual practising certificate and be licensed to use dental radiation equipment.

Qualifications

• Registered Dentist with AHPRA
• Current annual practising certificate
• Licence to use dental radiation equipment

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality general dentistry to eligible patients, including preventive care, restorations, extractions and dentures.
• Supervise dental students where appropriate and participate in professional development.
• Travel across Central Queensland, with primary base at Capricorn Coast Community Dental Clinic and potential outreach travel up to five days.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to improve oral health services and community partnerships.

Job description

Central Queensland Oral Health Service is all about making quality dental care accessible to our communities. We provide fair and equitable oral health services, delivering evidence-based treatment while creating a supportive and positive workplace for our teams.

Across Central Queensland, our service reaches communities far and wide through 11 community dental clinics, including Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Emerald, Springsure, Blackwater, Moura, Biloela, Mount Morgan, Woorabinda and Capricornia Correctional Centre.

And we don't stop there! Our fixed and mobile school dental clinics help bring oral health care closer to children and families across the region.

About the role:

• Deliver great dental care. Provide high-quality general dentistry to eligible patients, from preventive care and restorations to extractions and dentures, with referrals to specialists when needed.
• Keep growing your skills. Work alongside experienced clinicians, supervise dental students where appropriate, participate in professional development and expand your clinical experience, including Regional or General Anaesthesia where trained.
• Take dentistry beyond the clinic. Work across Central Queensland, primarily at the Capricorn Coast Community Dental Clinic, with opportunities to support outreach clinics in places such as Biloela, Woorabinda and Mount Morgan. Some travel and stays of up to five business days may be required.
• Be part of something bigger. Work with a supportive multidisciplinary team to improve oral health services, promote healthy smiles, contribute to quality improvement and build strong partnerships across the community.

About you:

• You're a registered Dentist with AHPRA, hold a current annual practising certificate and have the required licence to use dental radiation equipment. You'll also be ready to obtain a Medicare provider number for the relevant CQHHS locations.
• You're confident across the general dental scope of practice, including extractions, restorations, dentures and preventive dentistry, with a strong understanding of public health dentistry.
• Understand patient needs, communicate with care and can confidently respond to concerns while working within relevant dental legislation, standards, policies and procedures.
• Enjoy working with oral health and multidisciplinary teams, build positive relationships across the organisation and are committed to professional development, continuous learning and great communication.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $170,573 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.47 - $75.39 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.