Paediatric Orthodontist (Part-Time) – Adelaide

Palliative Care SA; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 195,000 - 238,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Fitness Passport

Free public transport for staff

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation financial support

Job summary

The Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide is seeking a Specialist Orthodontist to lead a paediatric dental service within the Paediatric Dental Department. The role emphasizes teamwork, service coordination and delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care.

You will engage in strategic planning, clinical audits and evaluation, plus teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate trainees, with opportunities to contribute to research projects and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Specialist Orthodontist with the Dental Board of Australia.
• Extensive clinical experience in Orthodontics, including craniofacial malformations and complex medical comorbidities.
• Completion of a suitable advanced training period (12-24 months) in Orthodontics at a specialist dental facility incorporating interdisciplinary service.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate clearly with patients, families, and specialist colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a comprehensive, effective & efficient paediatric dental service within accepted standards of practice to patients.
• Promote patient-focused care by keeping patients and families informed, respecting their rights, and responding to their concerns.
• Promote undergraduate and postgraduate training in the discipline of Paediatric Dentistry.
• Develop and implement research projects within the department or provide support for other department members actively involved in research.

Skills

Orthodontic clinical experience

Team communication

Research involvement

Specialist training

Education

Current Specialist Orthodontist registration with the Dental Board of Australia

Job description

The Women’s and Children’s Hospital in Adelaide is seeking a Specialist Orthodontist to lead a paediatric dental service within the Paediatric Dental Department. The role emphasizes teamwork, service coordination and delivering high‑quality, patient‑centred care.

You will engage in strategic planning, clinical audits and evaluation, plus teaching to undergraduate and postgraduate trainees, with opportunities to contribute to research projects and ongoing professional development.