Description:
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Oral Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to Aboriginal health and a desire to work collaboratively with our community to deliver high-quality Dental care. Will be required to work in Smile Squad and in the clinic.
Organisational Profile
GEGAC is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation based in Bairnsdale Victoria. Consisting of about 160 staff, GEGAC is a Not-for-Profit organisation that delivers holistic services in the areas of Primary Health, Social Services, Elders & Disability and Early Childhood Education.
GEGAC advocates for the self-determination of the Aboriginal community by prioritising services that enhance social, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing, with culture at the heart of everything we do.
Position Purpose
The purpose of this position is to provide an integrated quality, efficient and effective clinical care within the scope of the Dental Practice Act and Regulations through expert clinical skills, leadership, and management. The position will also provide direct patient care in accordance with GEGAC clinical standards and policies to ensure the provision of high quality and efficient dental services
Key Selection Criteria
• Demonstrated ability to carry out a range of dental treatments.
• Thorough understanding and absolute commitment to the principles and practices of infection control regulations and procedures.
• Demonstrated commitment to and use of appropriate ethical standards and behaviours.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development.
• Sound demonstrable knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Internet Explorer.
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to liaise effectively with clients, community groups, other employees, and external agencies.
• Ability to negotiate and gain co-operation and support from others in a team environment.
• Willingness to support team members and work as part of a cohesive team across GEGAC.
Qualifications and Registrations Requirement (Essential or Desirable).
- Driver licence. ESSENTIAL
- Eligibility to obtain and maintain professional registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA) or other relevant body entitling practice in Victoria as a Dental/Oral health Therapist. ESSENTIAL
- Current radiation licence ESSENTIAL
- The capacity to learn to effectively use the GEGAC’s electronic records system (Titanium) ESSENTIAL
- A satisfactory Working with Children Check and Fit2Work Police Check ESSENTIAL
- A person of Aboriginal / Torres Strait Islander background DESIRABLE
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccinated to align with GEGAC requirements ESSENTIAL
How to apply for this job
A copy of the position description can be obtained by emailing HR@gegac.org.au.
Applicants must address the key selection criteria for shortlisting.
Any applications that have not addressed the key selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.
Applicants can apply via SEEK or the GEGAC website https://gegac.org.au/home/employment/
Applications can also be emailed to HR@gegac.org.au.
Applications close 5pm Sunday 13 April 2025
No late applications will be considered (unless under exceptional circumstances).
A valid Working with Children Check and Police check is mandatory to work in this organisation.
"this advertisement is pursuant to the 'special measures' provision at section 8 of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth)".