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 Dentist 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 seeking an Experienced Dentist (Level 2–3) to join our Ashburton Dental Team in a part-time 0.6 EFT max -term role covering parental leave.
Contract: 30th June 2026 until 30th June 2027.
Workdays: Monday, Tuesday & Friday (3 Days per week)
This role is ideal for clinicians who value clinical autonomy, teamwork, work-life balance, and community impact.
About the role
The AccessHC dental program provides community based dental care to all children under 12 yrs of age, adult concession card holders and their dependants (under 18 yrs).
As a Dentist Level 2–3, you will provide high-quality, efficient, and effective dental care within publicly funded dental services, while also supporting private services where appropriate.
You will work autonomously while being supported by a collaborative, values-driven dental team in a well-established community clinic.
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 (Monday, 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
- Deliver dental care in line with AccessHC and Oral Health Victoria (OHV) policies and guidelines
- Provide high-quality, patient-centred care within public dental service scope
- Collaborate with dentists, oral health therapists, and dental prosthetists
- Refer complex cases appropriately and support less experienced clinicians
- Maintain compliance with OH&S, infection control, and record-keeping standards
What you will bring Key Selection Criteria
- Current AHPRA registration as a Dentist
- Minimum 3 years’ experience with at least 6 months within Australia
- Current Radiation Licence
- High level of clinical competence and broad relevant experience in all aspects of dentistry
- Excellent interpersonal & communication and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable:
- Experience in community dental and/or private practice
- Familiarity with electronic patient management system Titanium/Exact
- Previous experience in community dental /private practice
- 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
- An ability to work sensitively with people of diverse cultures, abilities, ages, sexualities and gender identities
- Commitment to continuous quality improvement and public health principles
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated behaviours consistent with Access Health and Community values
What we offer
- Purpose-driven work in a respected community service organisation
- Supportive and values-based culture and engaged workforce
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and career growth
- Predictable hours and work-life balance
- No production targets – patient-first care
- Salary packaging (up to $15,990 + $2,650 meals/entertainment)
- Make a lasting impact on community health
- Work with passionate professionals in a mission-driven organisation
Access Health and Community Culture and Benefits
At Access Health and Community, we offer more than just a fulfilling career—we provide an environment where you can thrive in a culture of collaboration and support. Our team members share a strong commitment and passion for making a positive impact. This shared ethos creates a workplace where everyone benefits, fostering opportunities for personal and professional growth, a sense of purpose, and true belonging. Our culture is built to promote success and fulfillment, empowering you to make a meaningful difference. Join us and experience the rewards of a career that truly matters.
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 that reduce tax payable on income (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
Submit your application including your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.
Please refer to the position description on our website for the key selection criteria information: https://accesshc.org.au/careers/
Please reach out to for further information and/or the opportunity to discuss this role. Please contact Niki Hantzis, Senior Manager, Dental: [email protected]
Remuneration as per: Victorian Public Health Sector (General Dentists’) Multi Enterprise Agreement 2014-2028
Apply now so you don’t miss this opportunity. We will be assessing applications as they are submitted
Applications close: 30th June 2026
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.
