Join CGH as a Dentist Enjoy flexible EFT (up to full-time) while gaining diverse clinical experience in a supportive, community-focused team
About Central Gippsland Health
Central Gippsland Health (CGH) is a sub-regional health service and the major provider of health and aged care services in the Wellington Shire. CGH is located in the City of Sale which is 215 km east of Melbourne. The City of Sale is an ideal access point for the magnificent Gippsland Lakes, 90 Mile Beach and the Victorian Alps.
CGH provides acute care as part of an integrated service delivery model across Wellington Shire and beyond. The service provides beds across three campuses (Sale, Maffra and Heyfield). Acute services include a full-time emergency department, critical care unit, neonatal critical care unit, three operating theatres, day procedure unit, oncology and dialysis services in addition to general medical and services and sub-acute services including rehabilitation.
CGH is also a leading teaching hospital, affiliated with Monash University's School of Rural Health and provides placements and clinical experience for students.
About Department
Our Dental Department is based within the grounds of Central Gippsland Health, Sale. Our clinic runs 5 chairs daily, with a very dynamic and diverse team including Dental Therapists, Oral Health Therapists, Dentists and Pros.
About the Role
This position will provide appropriate general dental services to patients eligible for Victorian public dental services with a focus on those living in Wellington Shire. This role will give you the opportunity to gain experience with Restorations, Crowns, Surgical Extractions, Nitrous, and RCT. This will occur within the principles of care coordination where patients/clients/residents have access to a highly coordinated health care and community support system.
Duties
* Independently perform examination, diagnostic investigations, treatment planning and treatment of patients in routine clinical situations at moderate skill level.
* Provide dental diagnostic and treatment services for those with disabilities and complex medical histories at a moderate skill level.
* On the basis of a good understanding of the roles of all members of the dental workforce, provide appropriate support and mentoring to other staff.
* Demonstrate and continuously build knowledge and understanding of dental public health principles.
* Provide customer service in a professional manner, including appropriate responses to patient enquiries and complaints.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
* Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Dentistry or Bachelor of Dental Science or other equivalent Australian (or recognised overseas) Qualification
* Registration with the Australian Dental Board
* Interest in Public health
Benefits
* Salary Packaging – Increase your take-home pay
* Employee Assistance Program
* Staff Car Park
* Culture of continuous improvement
Application
* Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application
Testimony from Dr Gregory Steele (Dentist)
"This job is perfect for anyone looking to gain valuable clinical experience in a low-stress and friendly environment. I started at the Sale hospital as a new graduate dentist from the University of Melbourne, and I have seen my skills and knowledge rapidly develop throughout the year. This job allows me to make a meaningful impact in the community. I would encourage anyone who is interested in oral surgery to apply, or anyone looking for a good work-life balance. Being a public dentist is rewarding and provides a good start to your dental career".
All appointments are made subject to the candidate providing a current satisfactory National Police Certificate and obtaining a Working with Children Check.
At CGH we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive. We value inclusion and diversity and encourage applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.