Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist
Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist
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Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist Level 1
Permanent Full Time - 2 Positions Available
Classification: DT45 DT Dependent on Qualifications and Experience
Award: Victorian Public Health Sector (General Dentists) Multi Enterprise Agreement(No.2) or Dental Therapists Dental Hygienists and Oral Health Therapists (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2022 -2023 and subsequent agreements.
This is a great opportunity for a Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist Level 1 to join the Dental Team at MDHS in this Permanent Position. You will be responsible for the provision of dental care while working closely other members of the Dental team including Dentists Dental Therapists Dental Hygienists Dental Assistants and Administration to ensure that members of the community have access to respectful high quality and efficient public dental services.
We are seeking a highly motivated Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist to join our dental Smile Squad this role you will be working in local public schools as well as in our clinic conducting dental assessments of students and helping educate them on proper oral health care. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about preventive dental care and enjoys working with children.
In this role you will:
- Conduct visual dental screenings of students to identify potential oral health issues
- Provide basic preventive dental services like cleanings fluoride treatments and sealants
- Educate students on proper brushing/flossing techniques and good oral health habits
- Refer students to our dental clinic if more advanced care is needed
- Maintain accurate patient charts and records
- Promote our dental services in the community
The ideal candidate has:
- Completion of an accredited Dental Therapy training program
- Active Dental Therapist license in our state
- Strong communication skills to educate students of all ages
- Ability to relate well with children from diverse backgrounds
- High level of professionalism working independently in schools
- Excellent time management and organizational abilities
- Passion for preventive oral health care and education
This is a up to full-time position. We provide a collaborative team environment focused on preventive dental care. Please submit your resume if you would like to join our Smile Squad team!
For further information about this role please contact Kristen Venn on or via email
Applications are to include:
- Resume
- Covering Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria available in the Position Description on the position advertisement.
The Central Goldfields and Pyrenees regions are a great place to live work and play. There are many beautiful areas to explore along with being located only a short 50-minute drive from the Regional Cities Ballarat & Bendigo and 2 hours from Melbourne.
MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.
Employment Type
Full Time
