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Dentist OHS IPS
Ipswich
Start a new journey with West Moreton Health! The Dental Officer role delivers high-quality oral health services within an integrated model of care to eligible adult and paediatric patients across West Moreton Hospital and Health Service. The position is responsible for providing evidence-based dental care, contributing to multidisciplinary service delivery, and supporting a patient and family-centred approach to care. The role also contributes to maintaining clinical excellence, professional development, quality improvement, and organisational objectives.
•Permanent Part-time opportunity – 68 hours per fortnight!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Dentistry |
| Classification | DO1.1-DO1.3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM689049_07 |
| Closing date | 14-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Hannah McVinish |
| Contact details | 07 3413 6740 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated experience in providing the full scope of oral health care expected of a registered General Dentist.
- Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary clinical practice, infection prevention and control requirements, and safe service delivery principles.
- Ability to work effectively in both routine and emergency clinical settings, delivering high-quality care in a timely and efficient manner.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality oral health care to individuals and communities.
- Ability to understand, anticipate, and respond appropriately to patient needs and expectations.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Ability to take intra oral radiographs under the Radiation Safety Act 1999, with an appropriate authority within Australia.
- Appropriate certification under the West Moreton Credentialing and Scope of Clinical Practice Guidelines.
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association within Australia - AHPRA. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description,#EveryoneIsALeader Framework and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
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