Job Description

Oral Health Services - Northern Territory Health are seeking AHPRA registered Dental Therapists or Oral Health Therapists who are:

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- Patient‐centred and committed to delivering high‐quality care
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- Interested in community and public health dentistry
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- Adaptable and able to work across different clinical settings
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- Committed to continuous learning and professional growth
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- Culturally respectful and responsive in professional practice
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When you join our service, you will be part of a tight knit but geographically diverse team. You will practice integrated care and build long lasting relationships with likeminded colleagues and communities who value your work.

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Remuneration Package

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$109,860 – $130,643 (including salary $92,910 – $110,781)

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Multiple positions available – ongoing or fixed term (full time or part time)

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Full‐time staff enjoy 6 weeks annual leave. Make a move to the Northern Territory and start your next adventure!

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This position is based at community dental clinics, also providing services at school clinics and outreach placements in rural/remote clinics. This position is suitable for an experienced and autonomous clinician.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

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- Provide safe, client centric and culturally appropriate oral health services under minimal supervision.
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- Ensure clinical and corporate records are maintained, including accurate documentation and statistics.
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- Actively participate in development, implementation and evaluation of oral health promotion programmes.
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- Provide feedback to senior staff and management on programme and clinical issues.
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- Contribute to the achievement of work unit goals and key performance indicators.
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- Undertake administrative duties required for the efficient operation of the service, including managing appointment schedules.
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- Actively participate in quality improvement activities including accreditation and staff development programmes.
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- Provide clinical/qualified supervision and/or support to students and junior staff.
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- Follow defined service quality standards, work health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
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- Foster a positive workplace culture through exemplary leadership practices and role‐modeling behaviour.
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Selection Criteria

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Essential

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- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist and the ability to gain a radiographer's permit in the Northern Territory.
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- Demonstrated current evidence‐based clinical practices and techniques with an ability to prioritise clinical and administration outcomes.
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- Demonstrated pro‐active team member with a high standard of both conflict resolution and interpersonal skills.
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- Well‐developed knowledge of Microsoft suite, patient information systems and database.
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- Demonstrated high standard cross‐cultural awareness and an ability to interact effectively with people from diverse cultures.
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- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in health promotion with the application of primary health care principles.
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- Demonstrated ability to incorporate fundamental WHS and Infection Control policies and procedures into clinical practice.
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- Current NT driver's licence or the ability to attain one and the ability to travel to remote areas by 4WD vehicle or light aircraft, for periods of a minimum of five days at a time.
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Further information

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Positions may be subject to pre‐employment checks such as immunisation requirements, working with children clearance notice and criminal history checks. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant. For immunisation requirements – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances) or Category B (indirect contact with blood or body substances) – check with contact person for requirements.

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