Maryborough District Health Service | 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 2018 – 2022 (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 with 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 team. In 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 up to a 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 54610333 or via email
Applications are to include: Resume Covering Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria , available in the Position Description on the position advertisement. 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.
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