Oral Health Therapist

We are seeking an experienced and client focused Oral Health Therapist to join our growing and thriving dental team.

This role is suitable for an experienced therapist but can also be adapted to support a new graduate who is excited to learn.

Working permanent part-time, (three days per week), there is scope to increase hours to full time by the end of the year if desired.

Located primarily in our Lilydale dental clinic you will provide evidence based, high quality, safe, patient centred care that meets best practice standards within a Community Health setting. This position gives you the opportunity to make a real difference to support and promote positive dental health within our community.

About the role:

At Inspiro, we have, as part of our philosophy, an emphasis on illness prevention, early intervention and health promotion. Working as a part of a close-knit team in a busy, caring and rewarding environment, you will treat clients with a diverse range of needs in accordance with Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) Community Dental Program Guidelines.

Our team’s approach to service is shaped by our values of – Friendly, Client Focused and Local, providing the best possible care they can to our clients in the Yarra Ranges.

This position will involve working in the mobile dental units of the Victorian government’s Smile Squad program that provides services to local primary and secondary schools, as well as providing services in our clinics during school holidays. The mobile units and our clinics have the latest modern equipment and are fully equipped with the IT and dental equipment needed to provide a full range of services.

Position Responsibilities:

In this role you will:

• Make available and actively promote oral health promotion and information to clients within the clinical setting
• Deliver general dental services to clients of Inspiro, in line with all policies, procedures, and guidelines for practice, ensuring align with current Dental Practice Board of Victoria’s Code of Practice for Dental Therapists / Hygienists / Oral Health Therapists
• Provide a “person-centred” model of care that focuses on the individual needs and circumstances of the client
• Provide professional guidance and support as appropriate for dental auxiliaries, clerical staff, and any volunteers assisting the dental program
• Ensure the appropriate referral of patients to Dental Officers
• Meet individual targets set and provide feedback to the Operations Manager – Dental on issues related to clinic performance
• Ensure high levels of customer service by undertaking duties in a professional and timely manner when dealing with clients and the public
• Maintain and process patient records in accordance with DHSV Clinical Record Standards and the Health Records Act 2002
• Comply with best practice infection control guidelines and conduct audits as requested
• Participate in Inspiro’s continual quality improvement program including the development of new practice models and community development approaches
• Participate in the creation of a culturally safe environment for staff, clients and the community in line with Inspiro’s commitment to cultural diversity and inclusiveness.

About You:

You will:

• Hold a dental qualification eligible for registration as an Oral Health Therapist with AHPRA (extended adult therapy scope is desirable)
• Have an Ionizing Radiation Apparatus Operating License in Victoria
• Demonstrate experience and skill in a wide range of dental assessment procedures, treatments and activities for children and adults
• Demonstrate ability to provide leadership and supervision to clinical support staff (preferred but not essential) and able to work as part of a team
• Possess a commitment to Public Health Principles
• Have excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
• Hold membership of relevant Professional Association and participation in professional development programs
• Demonstrate ability to achieve throughput, targets and objectives
• Have good IT skills and familiarity with electronic medical records software (Titanium desirable)

Ideally you will have an understanding of public dental policies and practices and knowledge of a second language and culture would also be an advantage.

Essential

To be the successful candidate you must:

• meet the position requirements,
• undertake a current Police Record Check,
• hold an Employee Working with Children Check, and
• meet the mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirements.

Inspiro may request additional background checks subject to current legislation.

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Why work at Inspiro? 

• Wellbeing is our priority. We’re committed to a culture that values and supports staff wellbeing. All our leaders are trained in mental health first aid and our wellbeing initiatives are ever evolving and promoted across our organisation. We have trained Wellbeing Connectors, supported Personal Resilience Plans, a Wellness Well for staff wellbeing driven activities, an active Health & Wellbeing Committee (just to name a few) and of course our Employee Assistance Program.
• Attractive remuneration. Receive a generous salary and benefits, including NFP salary packaging, meal and entertainment and novated lease
• Great team culture. We promote a collaborative approach across Inspiro and understand that by embracing hybrid models of work where possible, our staff can benefit from a flexible, family-friendly and outcome-focused culture and bring their whole selves to work.
• New Graduate program – includes additional supervision and a skills competency program to support you as you grow into the role.
• Professional development. We invest in workforce development and provide opportunities for our staff to grow and enhance the way we work and provide services. Annual staff scholarships applications also available.
• Everyone is welcome. Inspiro encourages a diverse and inclusive culture where individual differences and intersecting identities are respected and celebrated.
• Free onsite car parking & accessible public transport. We have free onsite car parking and are also close to Lilydale and Belgrave train stations.

We welcome Everyone. Inspiro is committed to an inclusive workforce and celebrates the value of difference and diversity. We encourage applications from people of all abilities and ages, First Nations people and people of all cultures. We also encourage people to apply who have a lived experience of mental health challenges so that our workforce can better connect with our community and drive collaborative and innovative healthcare improvements.