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The purpose of this position is to provide oral health and clinical services to members of HCF within agreed targets and quality KPI's.

The Dentist works with their Dental Assistant in the delivery of quality oral health and clinical services.

Our mission is to satisfy the needs of Australians for access to affordable and high-quality dental care.

The Dentist Is Responsible For:

• Performing all aspects of dentistry and oral care as required to ensure quality care of patients
• Providing clinical services in a productive and efficient manner
• Accurately recording all data and information relevant to quality patient care and the needs of the Dental Centre Network (DCN)
• Not over servicing our members, and reporting any fraudulent behaviour or activity
• Following DCN policies
• Achieving individual KPI's

Within delegation, the Dentist is responsible for their practice within DCN and they must be registered as a general practising dentist.

The Dentist Must Ensure Compliance To:

• AHPRA policies, codes and guidelines
• Any specific requirements for the Dental Board of Australia
• Radiology regulations
• HCF clinical and business policies and procedures

• Provide proficient clinical and preventive oriented oral health care
• Liaise with customers (other dentists, staff and members) to ensure efficient, effective and productive services
• Maintain accurate and legible patient clinical records
• Maintain a clean and safe clinical workspace
• Maintain compliance with all clinical and business requirements
• Comply with all DCN clinical policies
• Follow approved clinical delegation set by HCF and managed by the Head of Dental Services, the Dentist in Charge for their dental centre, and their mentoring advisor if one has been assigned to them
• Achieve their individual KPI targets which include but are not limited to productivity, clinical quality, and CPD requirements
• Maintain a high level of clinical skills and meet minimum levels in order to be accredited for specific areas of dental practice if required by HCF
• Reinforce the value of private health insurance products and being a member of HCF
• Provide a coordinated approach to patient care to HCF members on a cost-effective basis
• Support the Head of Dental Services and Dentist in Charge for their dental centre in ensuring the interest of HCF and its members are ably represented to the Dental Board, other relevant regulators, and the Australian Dental Association.
• Meet HCF member needs as a patient requiring dental treatment as well as for quality customer service

• Cooperate with HCF in relation to activities taken by the company to comply with WHS legislation
• Comply with WHS policies, procedures, and safe work practices
• Adopt work practices that support WHS programs
• Ensure that any hazardous conditions, near misses, and injuries are reported immediately to the manager
• Participate in meetings, training, and other health and safety activities
• Not wilfully place at risk the health or safety of any person in the workplace

At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we've been putting our members and their health first. As Australia's largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover over 1.9 million members with health, life, travel, and pet insurance, and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality, and member-centric.

We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.

Purpose-driven passion: We're united by a common purpose: to make healthcare affordable, understandable, high quality, and member-focused.

Wellness and work-life balance:

Skills: We'll empower you with the necessary skills and tools to support your personal wellbeing journey, ensuring you perform at your best. Our offerings include:

• 50% subsidy on HCF hospital and/or extras cover
• 18 weeks of parental leave for all new parents
• Mental health and wellbeing programs, including workshops, fitness classes, flu vaccinations, skin checks, and more
• Discounts on HCF's products, including life, pet, and travel insurance, as well as discounts at Fitness First gyms and on our eyecare products.

Collaboration and inclusivity: We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplace is welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education, and socio-economic status.

Continuous learning and growth: We believe in lifelong learning. HCF provides opportunities for personal and professional development. From workshops to mentorship programs, we encourage your growth and curiosity.

Next steps: If you require any adjustments to assist you in making your application or during the recruitment or onboarding process, please reach out to Talent Acquisition to discuss.

We encourage applicants to submit their applications at their earliest convenience, as at HCF, we review applications as they are submitted, and may have filled the role prior to the job closing date.