Dental Practice Manager

4 days ago


Newcastle, Australia Teachers Health Fund Full time

**Join Our Dental Team as a Dental Practice Manager**

**Location**: Hamilton Health Centre
**Employment Type**: Permanent Full-Time

**About the Role**

In this hands-on role, you will lead and inspire a dedicated team of dental assistants and receptionists. Your leadership will be pivotal in ensuring the seamless operation of our accredited dental practice, where we prioritise strict infection control standards, the provision of high-quality dentistry, and outstanding patient care.

**Why work for us?**
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Work-life balance: no late evenings, Sundays, or public holidays
- Staff discounts on health insurance
- Corporate discount program with discounts from entertainment and dining to health and fitness and much more
- An annual corporate wardrobe allowance
- A generous well-being programme
- Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
- A fantastic company culture and strong brand that you can stand proudly behind
- Our Health Centres are multidisciplinary accredited practices with state-of-the-art facilities

**What would you do as our Dental Practice Manager?**
- Leadership and management of dental assistants and receptionists including onboarding, training and induction, rostering, coaching and performance management
- Oversee management and coordinate purchase of dental stock for the centre; efficient use of products and eliminate products expiring and wastage
- Lead from the front - Two days of this role is hands on in Dental Assisting and Reception duties, the rest are administrative days
- Championing Teachers Health core values and culture across the team
- Overseeing patient bookings to ensure smooth operations and maximise productivity of the dental practice
- Monitor and review dental processes to ensure effectiveness and efficiency
- Ensure infection control policy and procedures are implemented and adopted by all dental employees and contractors
- Ensure the recording of accurate financial information for report generation
- Ensure compliance with ADA and AHPRA policies and guidelines

**What are we looking for?**
- Minimum 1 years' experience as a Dental Practice Manager with experience in managing and leading a team
- Dental Assisting Cert III or equivalent is required
- A positive and professional communication style with strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to multitask, prioritise and manage time effectively
- Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
- Previous experience with Oasis, Examine Pro and HAMBS is beneficial

Teachers Health was created by teachers for teachers over 70 years ago and is the only health fund exclusively for the education community. As a not-for-profit health fund, we exist for our members covering the lives of over 360,000 teachers, education staff & their families. We have **6 state-of-the-art Health Centres across NSW, VIC and SA**. They all provide top quality dental and eyecare services, and a range of member offers.

**How do I apply?**
Click APPLY NOW and send in your updated CV and an (optional) cover letter, telling us why you would be a good fit for the role. Due to the high number of applicants, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.



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