Lead Prosthetist - Community Dental Services at Loddon Mallee Health Network

Bendigo, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

5343.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Governance, Denture Service Management, Quality Improvement, Patient Care, Assessment, Treatment Provision, Removable Dentures, Dental Appliances, National Standards Compliance, Team Leadership, Community Dental Services, Strategic Direction, Education And Training, Health Care, Community Engagement, Holistic Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Work in an environment that offers: Support for career progression and development A strong attitude to teaching and learning Excellent clinical exposure The Position Job Reference: 3064 Position Title: Lead Prosthetist - Community Dental ServicesClassification: MI34 - MI37 Salary per fortnight (exc. super): $4,849.20 - $5,343.40Hours per fortnight: Up to 80 (including an ADO every 4 weeks if working 80 hours)Employment Status: Ongoing Full Time or Part Time hours considered Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date Closing date: 02/11/2025 We have an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated and passionate Community Dental Service team! The Dental Prosthetist is responsible for assessment, treatment and provision of removable dentures and dental appliances for eligible clients within the scope of publicly funded dental services. The Lead Dental Prosthetist will take responsibility for the clinical governance of staff involved in the denture service, management of the laboratory, be active in ensuring all National Standards are maintained and contribute to the strategic direction of the service. In addition this position will provide high quality, efficient and effective dental health care to patients and actively contribute to quality improvement activities relevant to CDS. Working with Bendigo Health Bendigo Health are a leader in regional health care, combining outstanding services with a strong education, training and personal development culture. Created by our community in the 1850s, we have a long, proud history of delivering excellent care to our community. Our organisation is diverse, welcoming and committed to delivering our vision of Excellent Care. Every Person, Every Time. Bendigo Health has around 5000 staff and a catchment area covering a quarter of the size of Victoria. The three main campuses of Bendigo Health are in Bendigo, with many services extended to regional settings including areas such as Mildura, Echuca, Swan Hill, Kyneton and Castlemaine. We offer a fantastic range of benefits for our staff, including: Staff health and wellbeing programs Career development and education opportunities Generous salary packaging opportunities, to increase your take-home pay each fortnight Flexible Working Arrangements Use of staff gym and pool and access to other fitness facilities through fitness passport program If successful for a position at Bendigo Health you must provide evidence of your full immunisation record as part of the on boarding process. Your New Division The Community and Continuing Care Division provides a broad range of high-quality, person-centred care programs and services to consumers in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. Each service within the division is designed to ensure holistic care and improve the overall well-being of our patients and communities. The Community Services team is dedicated to enhancing the health and wellbeing outcomes of the communities in the Loddon Mallee with six regional offices. This team includes: Aged Care Assessment undertaken on behalf of My Aged Care; Community Allied Health; Community Care; Carer Support and Community Nursing & Home Care. The Continuing Care team delivers high-quality services across the Loddon Mallee region including: Dental Care; Chronic Disease Management; Outpatient Rehabilitation; Support for People Transitioning Home; Diabetes Management and Geriatric Management and Assessment. The Allied Health team provides comprehensive, high-quality care across the continuum, including expert services in: audiology, dietetics, exercise physiology, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, podiatry, psychology, social work, speech pathology and allied health assistants who work with these disciplines. The Geriatric Medicine Team includes Geriatricians, Rehabilitation physicians, Palliative care physicians, registrars and junior medial staff. The Team work across inpatients, outpatients and home settings. In addition, the Community and Continuing Care Division holds the professional portfolio of Chief Allied Health Officer. The Chief Allied Health Officer and allied health discipline managers provide professional governance for all allied health across Bendigo Health. Bendigo Region Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest regional cities making it a great city to live and work in. Bendigo provides services for the region’s population of over 320,000 and so the city offers excellent schools, shopping and cultural precincts, sporting facilities and various tertiary facilities. We can offer generous flexible working arrangements - giving you more time to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, beautiful parks, walking trails and wineries within our region. Interested? We’d love to hear from you! Please ensure that you attach a cover letter and an up-to-date copy of your resume. Need more information? Please contact Diana Antoniazzi Manager on 03 5454 6912 for a confidential discussion. Diversity and Inclusion Bendigo Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from a diverse cultural background, people with disabilities and or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Oral Health Credentialing and Scope of Practice Protocol: HERE Position Description: HERE Careers Video Reference: Welcome to Bendigo Health Act with RespectX | We are proud to be a RespectX Accredited Employer. We have zero tolerance for sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination in our organisation. Learn more: www.respectx.com.au If you are an existing Bendigo Health employee, please ensure you apply with your Bendigo Health email address.

Responsibilities

The Lead Dental Prosthetist is responsible for the clinical governance of staff involved in the denture service and management of the laboratory. This position provides high-quality dental health care to patients and contributes to quality improvement activities relevant to the Community Dental Services.