Dental Officer
Job Overview
At North Richmond Community Health (NRCH) we are proud to deliver courageous health and community services that collaboratively address health inequity. We nurture a workforce that is passionate and diverse, with shared values and a strong commitment to making positive health impacts within the heart of North Richmond. With access to a variety of flexible work arrangements, health and wellbeing activities and a rich learning environment, our team members are consistently able to deepen their expertise by being part of impactful and world recognised community health solutions.
Part-Time (30.4 Hours per week)
Permanent
generous salary packaging options
flexible work arrangements
strong connection to community and innovation
We’re looking for a Dental Officer to join our close-knit, multi-disciplinary dental team. Whether you're a seasoned public dental practitioner or early in your career with strong values and a commitment to health equity, this is a role where your clinical skills and community mindset will shine.
Why NRCH?
Generous salary packaging options
Free onsite parking
Supportive, values driven and inclusive culture
Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Strong multidisciplinary teamwork
Meaningful work that makes a real difference in community
About the role
You’ll provide a full scope of general dental care to our clients – from diagnosis and emergency services to restorations, extractions, minor oral surgery, periodontal care and oral health education. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring early-career clinicians and contributing to service quality and innovation.
Your day-to-day will include:
Providing high-quality clinical care including examinations, diagnostics, restorations, extractions, and infection management
Delivering preventive services and tailored oral health education in a supportive, trauma-informed way
Performing conservative periodontal management and endodontic treatment where appropriate
Supporting patient flow and access through efficient time and appointment management
Keeping accurate and high-quality clinical records in line with AHPRA and DHSV guidelines
Contributing to clinical meetings, peer reviews, and quality improvement activities
Acting as a mentor for Dental Therapists, Oral Health Therapists, and junior dentists
Promoting and modelling best-practice infection prevention and control
Participating in ongoing training, professional development, and policy review
This position offers clinical variety, career development, and the opportunity to work with a team that’s genuinely passionate about making a difference.
About you
You’ll be someone who brings:
AHPRA registration as a Dental Practitioner (General Dentist) and a current radiation licence
Strong clinical skills across preventive and restorative care, endodontics, extractions and infection management
A patient-centred, trauma-informed approach to care, with an understanding of the social model of health
Experience working in public or community health settings (or a strong interest in transitioning into this space)
A warm, collaborative and curious mindset – someone who works well across teams and thrives in diverse environments
Fluency in a relevant community language is a plus, as is an interest in community outreach and oral health promotion.
Closing Date: 23 April 2026
For a confidential chat, please contact Oral Health Services Manager Angie Sabra on 0437079720 or email [email protected]