Graduate Dentist Program

Graduate Dentist Year Intake

Kickstart your dental career with a balanced practice experience in both city and rural settings.

We are offering 6 exciting 11-month Graduate Dentist positions, starting at the end of January 2026, based at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne (RDHM), including a 3-month rural rotation in Ararat (accommodation fully covered).

• Salary: $79, % Super + Salary Packaging
• Benefits: CPD allowance, study leave, mentoring, structured support, and access to onsite CPD opportunities
• Locations: Carlton (Melbourne CBD) & Ararat (regional Victoria)

Why choose Oral Health Victoria & RDHM?

At Oral Health Victoria (formerly Dental Health Services Victoria), we're passionate about setting graduates up for success. You'll join a hospital and community that values collaboration, continuous learning, and giving back to those in need.

This program offers hands-on clinical experience, opportunities to work alongside specialists, and to build a network of mentors and peers supporting your transition into practice.

Experience you'll gain:

• Rotations in RDHM and East Grampians Health Service, including:
• Oral Surgery (RDHM)
• Work closely with residents, registrars, and consultants
• Assist in complex surgical cases such as wisdom tooth removal, sinus perforation repair, and management of patients with complex medical histories
• Practical experience in surgical clinics and day surgery units
• Primary Care (RDHM): manage trauma cases, attend clinic sessions with paediatric dentists, and observe endodontists in complex cases like crowns and root canals
• Rural Rotation in Ararat (East Grampians Health Service): work with a rural dental team, manage diverse cases, participate in community programs, and develop independence with support

Click here for the position description.

What makes this program unique?

• Mentorship from unit heads, supervisors, and specialists
• Variety of practice environments, from metropolitan hospitals to rural clinics
• Professional development: $2000 annual CPD allowance, 5 days study leave, dedicated teaching
• Balanced lifestyle with city vibrancy and rural community

About you:

• Recent graduate with a Doctor of Dental Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Science, or equivalent
• Current, unrestricted AHPRA registration (or by January 2026)
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• Enthusiastic about learning and contributing to both urban and regional communities

This campaign is open to all Australian and New Zealand graduate dentists and ADC graduates.

How to apply:

• Submit your CV
• Participate in a phone interview with our talent team
• Attend a final interview

Applications close Monday, 8th September 2026. Shortlisting will occur throughout the application period.

For confidential inquiries, contact:

• Caoilainn O'Sullivan
• Roxanne Koch

This is an excellent opportunity to start your career in a supportive, dynamic, and diverse environment, combining metropolitan hospital experience with rural community impact.

Please note: We may withdraw this advertisement before the closing date once suitable candidates are found.

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, LGBTQI community members, and people with disabilities.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please email us.

OHV is committed to child safety and wellbeing, with zero tolerance for child abuse. We promote an inclusive environment that safeguards children.

As a public health service, employees must be vaccinated according to Department of Health policies and public health orders.

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