• Part Time 0.4 EFT Max Term Oral Health Therapist, Ashburton
• Parental Leave, Start: 30.6 2026 - End: 30.7.2027 Tuesday & Friday
• Community Service, salary packaging, highly supported team

About Us

Access Health and Community (AccessHC) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider with over 150 years of experience delivering inclusive, person-centered care across Melbourne’s inner and outer east and northeast.

With 600 staff and 200 volunteers across 17 locations, we offer a wide range of integrated services to support diverse communities. Following our May 2025 merger with Inspiro, we’ve expanded our reach into the Yarra Ranges and strengthened our commitment to accessible, high-quality community health services.

We are proud of our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and our respect for the rights culture and contributions of First Nations peoples. At AccessHC, we are united by compassion, collaboration and community-led care to help people live healthier lives.

The opportunity

Looking for more purpose, balance, and professional satisfaction than private practice can offer?

If you’re an experienced Oral Health Therapist seeking meaningful work without the pressures of private practice targets, this is your opportunity to join a highly respected not-for-profit community health organisation where your skills create real impact and your wellbeing truly matters.

We are currently seeking an experienced Oral Health Therapist to join our Dental Team at Access Health & Community. You will have the ability to provide high quality efficient and effective dental services to eligible clients (For eligibility criteria please click on link https://www.dhsv.org.au/patient-information/who-is-eligible) within the scope of publically funded dental services, in accordance with Access Health & Community policies and procedures.

This is a Parental leave Max term 12-month Contract based in Access Health and Community Ashburton Dental Clinic

Contract: 30/6/2026 - 30/6/2027

Work days: Tuesday & Friday (16 hours per week)

About the role

As an experienced Oral Health Therapist, you will have a high level of experience knowledge and skills in undertaking clinical duties, with the ability to independently undertake clinical duties. You would be part of a multidisciplinary dental team comprising of dentists, dental therapists, oral health therapists, dental prosthetists, oral health educators and dental assistants. Our Aim is to improving access to services and the oral health of the community we serve.

Why Choose Community Health Over Private Practice?

Focus on Care

• Unlike private practice, community dentistry allows you to focus on quality, evidence-based care whilst caring for those most vulnerable in our community

True Work-Life Balance

• Enjoy set working days (Tuesday & Friday), predictable hours, and no late nights—ideal for family life, study, or portfolio careers.

Highly Supported Team Environment

• Work within a multidisciplinary dental team including dentists, oral health therapists, dental prosthetists, and experienced dental assistants—so you’re never working in isolation.

Salary Packaging = More Take-Home Pay

• As a Not-for-Profit organisation, you can access generous salary packaging (up to $15,990 + $2,650 meals/entertainment), increasing your net income beyond many private roles.

Professional Growth Without Burnout

• Access ongoing professional development, mentoring, and leadership support—without the commercial pressures of private practice.

Purpose-Driven Dentistry

• Deliver care to children, concession card holders, and diverse community members—making a genuine difference where it’s needed most.

What you will be doing Key Responsibilities

• Provide dental care in accordance with Access Health & Community and Oral Health Victoria (OHV) policies and clinical guidelines, within the scope of public dental services and the dental board of Victoria
• Deliver high quality, efficient & effective dental care
• Provide best practice dentistry to all clients
• Adopt a multidisciplinary team approach in the delivery of care
• Ability to work in a consultative manner with AccessHC dentists, dental/oral health therapists and prosthetists
• Where appropriate, refer complex treatment plans and ensure appropriate referrals to more experienced practitioners or specialists
• Provide clinical support and direction to less experienced staff
• Adhere to AccessHC OH&S, Infection Control and Record Keeping Standards

What you will bring

Key Selection Criteria:

• AHPRA registration as an Oral Health Therapist
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience with at least 12 months within Australia
• Demonstrated knowledge of preventative and operative dentistry
• Confident & capable in all aspects of general dentistry relevant to OHT scope of practice
• Exceptional customer service and client management skills
• Collaborative approach in working with internal team members and with external stakeholder

Desirable:

• Self-driven in their work and will seek support as needed
• Experience in oral health promotion, outreach activities and Smile Squad
• Experience in community dental and/or private practice
• Familiarity with electronic patient management system Titanium/Exact
• Experience in oral health promotion and outreach activities

Compliance Requirements

• National Police Check, Working with Children Check, Current AHPRA Professional Registration
• Evidence of the right to work in Australia and a valid Driver’s Licence.

Attributes we value

• Excellent communication with young people and time management skills
• Experience in oral health promotion
• Flexibility in providing dental services in alternative settings e.g. outreach activities, Smile Squad
• Demonstrated ability to relate to people from a diverse range of social, cultural and ethnics backgrounds
• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and health promotion principles
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated behaviours consistent with AccessHC values

Access Health and Community Culture and Benefits

At AccessHC, we offer more than just a fulfilling career; we invest in our people and provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share commitment and passion to make a positive impact, and this ethos creates a range of benefits for our people from opportunities for personal and professional growth to a sense of purpose and belonging.

Our culture promotes an environment of success and fulfilment. Join us and experience a career where you truly make a difference.

The position encompasses an extensive range of benefits:

• Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce
• Culture of trust and empowerment for people to grow and thrive
• Commitment to a work-life balance with flexible working conditions
• Focus on staff wellbeing and health - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
• Paid parental leave and opportunity to purchase additional leave
• Annual leave loading
• Generous salary packaging opportunities (up to $15,990 per annum + $2,650 meals/ entertainment expenses)

Read more about our culture and benefits: https://accesshc.org.au/culture-and-benefits

Apply Now

To submit your application, please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

Remuneration as per Victorian Stand-Alone Community Health Services (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Officers) Multi-Employer Enterprise Agreement 2022-2026 and based on applicant’s skill set and experience

Please email, Niki Hantzis, Senior Manager – Oral Health: [email protected] using the subject line: Oral Health Therapist - Ashburton enquiry via EthicalJobs if you would like further information about the role.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted and may appoint the role before the end of date of the advertisement. Only suitable candidates will be contacted.

Access Health and Community is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive working environment that embraces and values all people, regardless of cultural background, age, gender identity, sexuality or lived and living experience. We value the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and are committed to delivering on our vision for reconciliation through our recruitment and employment practices.

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