General Dentist

Why This Role Matters

General Dentists play a crucial role in improving oral health and preventing dental diseases within communities. By providing accessible dental care and education, they help improve the wellbeing of individuals, particularly in underserved populations such as school children and elderly patients.

Job Description

Australian Dental Foundation Inc is seeking a motivated General Dentist to join its Western Australian team in Perth, Western Australia, Australia. The role involves delivering dental care through mobile dental clinics across schools, aged care facilities, and community organizations, helping improve access to quality oral healthcare.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: General Dentist
• Organization: Australian Dental Foundation Inc
• Location: Perth, Western Australia, Australia
• Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
• Workplace: Mobile dental clinics across the Perth metropolitan region

Responsibilities

• Provide dental examinations, diagnosis, and treatment for patients
• Deliver preventive, restorative, and general dental procedures
• Provide oral health education to schools, aged care facilities, and communities
• Support public health initiatives focused on improving oral health outcomes
• Maintain accurate patient records and treatment documentation
• Collaborate with Oral Health Therapists and Dental Assistants in mobile clinics
• Follow infection control and safety standards during clinical procedures

Required Qualification

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) or equivalent dental qualification
• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Important Requirements

• Passion for community health and public dental services
• Interest in paediatric and aged care dentistry
• Valid driver’s licence and reliable transportation for travel within metro Perth
• Strong clinical, communication, and patient care skills

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration and supportive working conditions
• Ongoing professional training and development programs
• Graduate Development Program for newly qualified dentists
• Monthly professional webinars and networking with a community of 50+ dentists
• Friendly and collaborative team environment focused on community impact

Experience and Skills

• General dentistry and preventive dental care
• Patient education and oral health promotion
• Community healthcare delivery
• Clinical diagnosis and treatment planning
• Collaboration with dental healthcare teams

Salary Insights

• Salary not specified in the listing
• The organization offers competitive remuneration based on experience and role requirements

Company Overview

Australian Dental Foundation Inc is an Australian registered health promotion charity dedicated to improving oral health outcomes across the country and in selected developing nations. Through mobile dental clinics, the organization delivers dental treatment and oral health education to schools, aged care facilities, and community groups to reduce oral health inequalities and improve access to care.

FAQs

1. Is this role suitable for new graduates?
   Yes, both experienced and newly graduated dentists are encouraged to apply.

2. What type of patients will the dentist treat?
   The role focuses on patients in schools, aged care facilities, and community organizations.

3. Where will the services be delivered?
   Dental services are provided through mobile clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.

4. Is travel required for the job?
   Yes, a valid driver’s licence and reliable transport are required to travel between service locations.

Application Tips

• Highlight your dental qualification and AHPRA registration
• Mention interest or experience in paediatric or aged care dentistry
• Emphasize community health experience or public health initiatives
• Showcase strong patient care and communication skills
• Include any volunteer or outreach dental work if applicable