Dental Officer, Dentist—Graduate Development Program. WA Health. Perth WA. Dental (Healthcare & Medical). Government-State (Government & Defence). Full time. DO Level 1 $111,230 - $143,526 plus allowances as This is a Recruitment Pool for 12-month fixed-term full-time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

This recruitment pool is "open-ended," and as such, the following should be noted: The panel will monitor the pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis. The first round of assessments will take place in mid-October 2024. To be considered, please ensure your application is complete by 4.00pm Friday, 11 October 2024. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31 December 2025. Attraction and Retention Incentive (ARI). An ARI ranging from $11000 to $17,000 pa. has been approved and is payable to Dental Officers who are engaged in regional Western Australia before 31 January 2025. The ARI is payable in three instalments, subject to meeting eligibility requirements. The ARI will apply to positions based in the South West, Great Southern, Wheatbelt, Goldfields, Kimberley, Pilbara, and Midwest.

About this program: The Dental Health Services (DHS) Graduate Development Program is a new initiative being offered to build and develop the clinical skills of new dental graduates. The program is specifically designed to grow new graduates into confident practitioners and will be an ideal progression from dental school into clinical practice. Consisting of three phases, the initial phase of the program will ‘kick start your career’, the consolidation phase will improve on ‘what you have’ and the extension phase will improve your skills and capabilities. The program will be conducted in a variety of clinics in locations across Western Australia, with both metropolitan and country placements. Successful applicants will have access to programs and clinical supervisors, as well as clinical mentors and support mechanisms.

The program includes a structured group educational program held half-day each week designed to consolidate clinical knowledge and skills, equipping successful applicants with the practical abilities required for clinical dental practice. These sessions will include delivery of clinical and non-clinical content, treatment planning, case presentations, and group discussion. The group education sessions will also foster an opportunity to grow in partnership with fellow new graduates, allowing the continuation of collegiate learning and peer support that exists in university programs. This program aims to enhance your future employment or business prospects by providing participants with clinical confidence, resilience, and clinical self-reliance in both large and small practice scenarios.

What we are looking for We are seeking 6 enthusiastic new graduates to join the inaugural DHS Graduate Development Program. Successful applicants will be required to undertake rotational clinical placements in both metropolitan and country locations throughout Western Australia. We are seeking applicants with well-developed communication skills who thrive when working as part of a small team to deliver high-quality oral healthcare.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and goals speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: care, respect, innovation, teamwork, & integrity. During the selection process, you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer: In addition to the salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits. Diverse and inclusive culture. Professional development and continuous learning opportunities. No after-hours or weekend work. Professional and location-based allowances. 11.5% employer superannuation contribution. For more information on superannuation, click here. Generous salary packaging: increasing your take-home pay; Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses. Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire. Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a personal car and associated expenses. Access to discounted gym and leisure centre facilities at over 70 locations statewide via Fitness Passport. NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate.

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Contact Catherine Alford or Paul Candy on 08 9313 0505.