Oral Health Therapist Full Time

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Royal Flying Doctor Service Of Australia Full time

Overview
Join to apply for theOral Health Therapist Full Timerole atRoyal Flying Doctor Service of Australia.
We're seeking a passionate Oral Health Therapist to deliver safe, high-quality dental care with a patient-centred approach.
This role includes preventive services, oral health education, and outreach initiatives like the Smile Squad Program in rural Victoria.
You\'ll work with the Clinical Lead Dental for complex cases and ensure appropriate patient referrals.
Key responsibilities
Perform accurate diagnosis and treatment planning within the program\'s scope.
Operate under the Smile Squad and Flying Doctor Dental Clinic guidelines and care pathways.
Refer patients to specialist or private services as needed in consultation with the Clinical Lead Dental.
Address client needs, enquiries, and complaints appropriately.
Identify and manage high-risk patients effectively.
Ensure sterilisation and disinfection of instruments and equipment in line with Infection Control Guidelines.
Maintain the highest standard of patient care in accordance with policy and available resources.
Maintain and process dental records following standards and guidelines; keep casework and health promotion records updated in Titanium.
Provide health education and promote oral hygiene during consultations.
Note: This role includes one-week travel placements to rural Victoria with the Smile Squad.
What You'll Need
Bachelor of Oral Health or equivalent degree, with Extended Scope of Clinical Practice allowing restorative treatment of adults.
Registration with AHPRA with no conditions or undertakings; ongoing commitment to professional development.
Minimum five years of hands-on clinical experience in Oral Health Therapy.
Experience in a range of dental practices and procedures, including public dental services/programs.
Clinical competence to provide a comprehensive range of general dental treatments.
Experience in planning and implementing health promotion programs.
Understanding of Infection Control guidelines and best practices.
Radiation Licence.
Professional Indemnity insurance; Current CPR and First Aid.
Ability to explain complex concepts simply, deliver engaging presentations, and create clear documentation.
Collaborative approach working across teams and contributing to organisational goals.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and dental software (e.g., Titanium, Unity, Legacy); adaptable to new technologies.
Why Join RFDS?
Be part of Australia's most trusted and reputable charity.
Salary packaging benefits (available to all employees).
Need more information?
For enquiries, please email .
To access the position description and apply, click the "Apply" to be redirected to our Career Centre.
Applications close on 10 September 2025.
We may close the advert early if a suitable candidate is found.
Late or email applications will not be accepted.
Equal Opportunity
The Royal Flying Doctors Service, Victoria, is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
We encourage applications from individuals of underrepresented backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and LGBTQI communities.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
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