Dentist - Primary Care

Why This Role Matters

The Dentist – Primary Care at Oral Health Victoria plays a vital role in delivering emergency and general dental care to the Victorian public, including patients with complex medical histories and disabilities. This position ensures safe, high-quality dental services within publicly funded programs, contributing to improved oral health outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Job Description

Oral Health Victoria (OHV) is seeking a Full-Time or Part-Time Dentist – Primary Care based in Carlton, Melbourne VIC. The role involves providing dental treatment under publicly funded services, managing patients with diverse and complex needs, supporting multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to the agency’s mission of improving oral health outcomes across Victoria. The ideal candidate will be empathetic, patient-focused, and committed to professional excellence in dental care.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Dentist – Primary Care
• Organization: Oral Health Victoria
• Location: Carlton, Melbourne VIC
• Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
• Salary Range: $50.72 – $65.83 per hour + 12% super, dependent on experience
• Experience Level: 2 years preferred (recent graduates also considered)

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency and general dental care within the scope of publicly funded dental services
• Manage patients with complex medical histories and disabilities
• Participate in a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality oral healthcare
• Ensure adherence to clinical standards, hygiene, and safety protocols
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
• Support continuous improvement in patient outcomes and service delivery

Required Qualification

• Bachelor of Dental Science (or equivalent and ADC Certificate)
• Current, unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Dentist

Educational Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Science (BDS) or equivalent

Important Requirements

• Empathetic, caring, and patient-focused approach
• Self-starter with initiative and passion for good patient outcomes
• Availability to work Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays preferred
• Experience as a general dentist (minimum 2 years preferred; recent graduates may apply)
• Commitment to cultural safety and child safety policies

What We Offer

• Access to salary packaging benefits
• Career development pathways and professional learning opportunities
• Exposure to diverse clinical cases and patient populations
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
• Work with a publically funded organisation transforming oral health delivery
• Convenient Carlton location with nearby amenities

Experience and Skills

• Clinical experience in general dentistry
• Ability to manage patients with complex needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to ethical practice and public health principles
• Team collaboration and patient engagement

Age Eligibility

• Not specified

Salary Insights

• $50.72 – $65.83 per hour + 12% super, dependent on experience

Company Overview

Oral Health Victoria (OHV) is the leading public oral health agency in Victoria, established in 1996. OHV provides clinical dental services to eligible Victorians through The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne and more than 50 community health agencies. OHV is committed to improving oral health outcomes, particularly for vulnerable populations, and promotes an inclusive, culturally safe, and child-safe environment.

FAQs

1. What qualification is required?
   Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS) or equivalent, with ADC certificate and current AHPRA registration.

2. Is prior experience mandatory?
   2 years preferred, but recent graduates are welcome to apply.

3. Are part-time positions available?
   Yes, part-time work is available, preferably Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays.

4. Does the role involve working with complex cases?
   Yes, including patients with medical complexities and disabilities.

5. Are there professional development opportunities?
   Yes, OHV provides career development, clinical exposure, and learning pathways.

Application Tips

• Highlight general dentistry experience and any work with complex patients
• Include AHPRA registration and relevant qualifications
• Emphasize empathy, patient care, and collaborative skills
• Mention availability for preferred workdays
• Showcase commitment to public health and cultural safety