Job Description
Australian Dental Association – South Yarra VIC
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The Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch (ADAVB) is seeking an experienced, respected and highly professional dentist to join its Dental Consultant team in a part-time qualified advisory role (two days per week).
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This unique role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the dental profession beyond clinical practice by supporting dentists through complex professional, regulatory, clinical and dental-legal matters.
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The position is ideally suited to a senior practitioner who combines clinical credibility with strong professional judgement, emotional intelligence, critical thinking and a genuine commitment to supporting colleagues.
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The Australian Dental Association Victorian Branch (ADAVB) is seeking an experienced, respected and highly professional dentist to join its Dental Consultant team in a part-time qualified advisory role (two days per week).
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This unique role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the dental profession beyond clinical practice by supporting dentists through complex professional, regulatory, clinical and dental-legal matters.
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The position is ideally suited to a senior practitioner who combines clinical credibility with strong professional judgement, emotional intelligence, critical thinking and a genuine commitment to supporting colleagues.
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About the Opportunity
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As a Dental Consultant, you will be a trusted source of guidance and support for ADAVB members, and members of the public who are seeking assistance with:
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Skilled and clinical concerns.
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Patient complaints.
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AHPRA and other regulatory and compliance matters.
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Professional risk management.
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Challenging professional situations.
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Ethical and practice-related dilemmas.
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Working closely with ADAVB colleagues and our preferred insurer, you will assist members in navigating complex situations with confidence while supporting professional standards, member wellbeing and risk management outcomes.
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Key Capabilities for Success
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The benchmarking review identified the following capabilities as particularly important for high performance in the role:
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Skilled Credibility
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Develops trust through extensive clinical experience, professional integrity and contemporary knowledge.
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Critical Thinking and Judgement
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Evaluates complex information, assesses risk and develops balanced conclusions where there may be ambiguity, uncertainty or competing perspectives.
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Communication
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Communicates complex matters clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing with members and patients.
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Emotional Intelligence
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Demonstrates empathy, self-awareness and emotional regulation when managing sensitive or emotional situations.
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Conflict Resolution and Mediation
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Supports constructive discussions while maintaining neutrality, professionalism and procedural fairness.
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Professional Resilience
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Maintains sound judgement and effectiveness when dealing with complexity, emotionally challenging matters and competing demands.
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Member Focus
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Delivers practical, responsive and member-centred support while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.
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Essential Requirements
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Current AHPRA registration in good standing.
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Minimum 15 years of clinical experience.
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Professional indemnity cover with Guild Insurance.
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Current membership of the Australian Dental Association.
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Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong organisational and administrative capability.
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with professional peers.
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Strong digital literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
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Highly Desirable Experience
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Experience in one or more of the following areas will be highly regarded:
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Complaints management.
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AHPRA and regulatory matters.
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Professional advisory services.
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Dental-legal risk management.
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Coaching, mentoring or education.
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Mediation, dispute resolution or conflict management.
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Professional leadership or governance roles.
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Why Join ADAVB Team?
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This isa rare opportunity to use your clinical experience and professional judgement in a meaningful advisory role, supporting dentists through challenging matters. It involves responding to queries from members of the public and contributing to the standards and reputation of the profession in Victoria.
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Applications close: October ******

📌 Dental Consultant (0.4Fte) (Victoria)
🏢 Australian Dental Association
📍 Victoria