Department of Health Tasmania – Devonport TAS
OHST is a team of approximately 300 people including dentists, oral health therapists, dental prosthetists, technicians, dental assistants and administrative staff. Care is provided from 33 clinics around Tasmania. Adult services are predominantly provided from 6 major dental centres located in Hobart (New Town), Clarence, Glenorchy, Launceston, Devonport and Burnie as well as the 3 Special Care Dental Units (located within hospital precincts). Child and Adolescent Services are provided predominantly from 23 community clinics which are either located in a community health centre or are a stand‑alone clinic.
At Oral Health Services Tasmania, you will work across a multi-disciplinary work environment. Our team is progressive and always striving for best practice and outcome to our patients. We will look after you from the very beginning, ensure you are fully inducted and welcomed into our team and into our culture.
The Role:
Provide prosthetic services in accordance with the policies, protocols and guidelines of Oral Health Services Tasmania, including the assessment and management of patient treatment plans. Refer clients to appropriate clinicians as required. Maintain individual clinic case treatment records including recording of occasions of service and treatment histories. Liaise with and provide advice and support to dental practitioners and other health professionals (including students) in relation to prosthetic treatments. Participate in the planning, development and review of dental prosthetic services and assist with the implementation of new or modified dental prosthetic procedures and/or equipment.
You will need:
* Demonstrated experience in the provision of dental prosthetic services.
* Demonstrated understanding of quality improvement, together with the capacity to contribute to the review and development of operational policies and procedures relating to the delivery of dental prosthetic services.
* Well‑developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to exercise judgement and flexibility in establishing rapport with clients and colleagues.
Note: Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent part time, day worker position, working 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
$73,834 to $111,364 per annum pro rata. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
* Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022
Salary Packaging:
You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
* Professional development and accelerated pathways.
* A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
* Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.
* Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Dental Board of Australia
* Registered with the Dental Board of Australia
Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre‑employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
* Department of Health - Applicant Guide (word)
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
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