Dentist (DENTAL) - Sale, Australia - Central Gippsland Health Service

Description

• Friendly and dynamic team
• Career development & advancement encouraged
• Part Time Permanent EFT up to 64 hours per fortnight
• Flexible hours that can be adjusted for what works best for you

Testimony from Dr Gregory Steele (Dentist)

"This job is perfect for anyone looking to gain valuable clinical experience in a low-stress and friendly environment. I started at the Sale hospital as a new graduate dentist from the University of Melbourne, and I have seen my skills and knowledge rapidly develop throughout the year. This job allows me to make a meaningful impact in the community. I would encourage anyone who is interested in oral surgery to apply, or anyone looking for a good work-life balance. Being a public dentist is rewarding and provides a good start to your dental career".

About Department

Our Dental Department is based within the grounds of Central Gippsland Health, Sale. Our clinic runs 5 chairs daily, with a very dynamic and diverse team including Dental Therapists, Oral Health Therapists, Dentists and Pros.

About the Role

This position will provide appropriate general dental services to patients eligible for Victorian public dental services with a focus on those living in Wellington Shire. This role will give you the opportunity to gain experience with Restorations, Crowns, Surgical Extractions, Nitrous, and RCT. This will occur within the principles of care coordination where patients/clients/residents have access to a highly coordinated health care and community support system.

Duties

• Independently perform examination, diagnostic investigations, treatment planning and treatment of patients in routine clinical situations at moderate skill level.
• Provide dental diagnostic and treatment services for those with disabilities and complex medical histories at a moderate skill level.
• On the basis of a good understanding of the roles of all members of the dental workforce, provide appropriate support and mentoring to other staff.
• Demonstrate and continuously build knowledge and understanding of dental public health principles.
• Provide customer service in a professional manner, including appropriate responses to patient enquiries and complaints.

About you

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Dentistry or Bachelor of Dental Science or other equivalent Australian (or recognised overseas) Qualification
• Registration with the Australian Dental Board
• Interest in Public health

Benefits

• Salary Packaging – Increase your take-home pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff Car Park
• Culture of continuous improvement

Application

• Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application
• Statement addressing Leadership Capability Requirements as outlined in the position description including qualifications and experience

All appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a current satisfactory National Police Certificate and obtaining a Working with Children Check.

At CGH we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and abilities, with inclusion being essential to our mission and reflective of the community we serve.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.