Looking for a rewarding career opportunity in the heart of Maryborough? Our onsite Dental Clinic is seeking a dedicated Dental Office Administrator to join our Community Services team in a fixed term position. As the Dental Office Administrator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality dental care to eligible patients in accordance with their specific needs and the guidelines set forth by Dental Health Services Victoria. In this role your responsibilities will encompass the overall day-to-day operations of the clinic, making you an essential part of our team!

MDHS services the Central Goldfields and Pyrenees Shire with campuses in Avoca, Dunolly and Maryborough. The strong clinical and social links between the three campuses ensure that the community is cared for by qualified staff who are committed to high standards of person-centred care. MDHS is one of the largest employers in the region, providing the perfect setting to become part of our team and community.

Dental Office Administrator

Fixed Term- Full Time – 80 hours per fortnight

To Commence 22^nd July 2024 until 26^th January 2025

Classification: HS20

Award: Victorian Public Health Sector (Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers) Single Interest Enterprise Agreement 2021 - 2025

Looking for a rewarding career opportunity in the heart of Maryborough? Our onsite Dental Clinic is seeking a dedicated Dental Office Administrator to join our Community Services team in a fixed term position. As the Dental Office Administrator, you will play a vital role in ensuring the seamless delivery of high-quality dental care to eligible patients in accordance with their specific needs and the guidelines set forth by Dental Health Services Victoria. In this role your responsibilities will encompass the overall day-to-day operations of the clinic, making you an essential part of our team.

Located in Maryborough, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health and wellbeing of our community members.  If you are an organised, detail-oriented and passionate about supporting others, we want to hear from you!  Join us in our mission to provide exceptional dental care and contribute to the betterment of the community.  Apply now be become a valued member of our team!

We are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Embrace and promote the values of MDHS – Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability & Togetherness
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Ability to liaise with internal & external stakeholders
• Commitment to providing a high standard of care

What's in it for you?

• Great Working Environment – Join a group of motivated health care professionals with a Fixed Term contract. Opportunity to join the Social Club, offering a wide range of social events and local retail discounts.
• Fantastic Earning Potential – Generous Base Salary under the Health & Allied Services Managers and Administrative Workers EBA with Salary Packaging available.
• Become an integral leader- Build, grow and lead the Dental team at MDHS, embedding patient centred care and service excellence across the health service
• Supportive Culture with Continuous Improvement Opportunities – Culture that promotes and embraces the organisational values of GREAT (Genuine, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Togetherness) and encourages and supports employees to engage in professional development with access to the Centre of Inspired Learning and Simulation Lab.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential

• Demonstrated highly developed communication skills
• Experience in Dental Administration
•  Ability to liaise with relevant external organisations

Technical/Professional Knowledge and skills

• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
• Commitment to providing a high standard of service
• Experience working with a diverse range of people in the community
• Excellent understanding of current documentation systems used in Public Dental Services
• Ability to trouble shoot autonomously and seek assistance when required
• Understanding of DHSV reporting, data and auditing requirements and the ability to undertake as required

 Desirable

• A positive approach to team work
• Ability to work autonomously
• Great organisational skills

For further information, please contact Kris Venn via kvenn@mdhs.vic.gov.auor on 5461 0455 or Lesley Knight on lknight@mdhs.vic.gov.auor on 5461 0388.

Applications for this position close on Sunday, 5^th May 2024. 

Applications are to include:

-          Covering Letter

-          Resume

-          Written response to the Key Selection Criteria, available in the Position Description on the position advertisement.

Applications are to be submitted by selecting the "Apply Now" button below.

MDHS is an equal opportunity employer. Appointments are subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and a Working with Children Check. NDIS Workers Screening will be required for workers identified as working within a risk assessed role.