Dentist

Why This Role Matters
Dentists are essential in maintaining oral health and improving overall well-being within communities. By diagnosing dental conditions, performing treatments, and promoting preventive care, dentists help patients maintain healthy smiles and prevent serious oral diseases. In regional healthcare settings, dentists also play an important role in improving access to quality dental services for local populations.

Job Description
South West Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Dentist to join its South West Dental Services team at the Hamilton Campus. This role involves delivering high-quality dental care in a collaborative clinical environment alongside dentists, oral health therapists, and support staff. The position provides opportunities for professional development, mentorship, and meaningful community impact within a leading regional healthcare organization.

Key Features of the Role
• Position: Dentist – South West Dental Services
• Organization: South West Healthcare
• Location: Hamilton
• Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (76 hours per fortnight)
• Workplace Type: On-site
• Industry: Healthcare / Dentistry

Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive dental examinations and treatments
• Diagnose oral diseases and develop appropriate treatment plans
• Deliver preventive, restorative, and general dental procedures
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Collaborate with dentists, oral health therapists, and clinical staff
• Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive dental care
• Participate in professional development and clinical supervision programs

Required Qualification
• Degree in Dentistry
• Current AHPRA registration as a General Dentist without restriction

Important Requirements
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Commitment to continuous professional development
• Interest in working within a regional healthcare environment

Employment Options
• Permanent full-time role (76 hours per fortnight)
• Part-time applications are also welcome

What We Offer
• Salary commensurate with experience
• Potential above-award salary and retention payments
• Salary packaging benefits including meals and entertainment options
• Novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Clinical supervision and mentoring programs
• Leadership and personal development training
• Relocation support for eligible candidates

Experience and Skills
• General dentistry and clinical treatment planning
• Preventive and restorative dental care
• Patient communication and education
• Clinical documentation and compliance
• Team collaboration within healthcare environments

Salary Insights
• Salary based on experience and classification (Dentist Level 2 or Level 3)
• Additional retention payments may apply

Company Overview
South West Healthcare is the largest health service provider in South West Victoria, delivering a wide range of healthcare services including acute care, mental health, rehabilitation, aged care, and community health. The organization supports a network of healthcare facilities and plays a leadership role in regional health services across the region.

FAQs

1. What qualification is required for this position?
   Candidates must have a dental degree and unrestricted AHPRA registration.

2. Is part-time work available?
   Yes, part-time applications are welcome.

3. Are relocation benefits provided?
   Relocation support may be available for suitable candidates.

4. What type of work environment can applicants expect?
   The role offers a supportive and collaborative clinical environment with mentorship and professional development opportunities.

Application Tips
• Highlight your AHPRA registration and dental qualifications
• Include experience in general dentistry and patient care
• Mention teamwork and communication skills
• Demonstrate interest in working in regional healthcare settings