Overview

Work Type: Part time

Salary: $120,000 - $130,000

Grade: Grade not specified

Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 8564

- Location: Melton Health
- Employment Type: Part-Time (48 Hours/fortnight), Ongoing
- Salary: Level 1-3 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the role:

Western Health Dental Services provides Emergency, General and Denture Services to eligible patients in accordance with their identified needs. We partner with OHV (Oral Health Victoria). Our clinic is responsible for the delivery of high-quality dental care and improving Oral Health outcomes. The clinic consists of 4 public chairs and 8 student chairs, operating 8.30am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.

Key responsibilities:

- Direct patient Care/Consultancy.
- Supporting Services.
- Research and Quality Activities.
- Undertaking Professional development and continuing education.

About you:

- Bachelor of Dentistry and current APRHA registration.
- Demonstrated ability to work indecently with minimal supervision.
- Sound levels of clinical competency in all dentistry aspects.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care,



home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

- Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
- Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

- Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
- Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

- Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.




- Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

- Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about high-quality patient care, we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 6 November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Rachael Bacchin (Dental Manager) on (03) 9747 9617.

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Apply now Applications close Friday 6 November 2026 at 11.59pm Posted 16 October 2026

📌 Dentist (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Government
📍 Melbourne