The Oral Health Therapist works to their full scope of practice and in accordance with GEO Healthcare policy and procedures and legislative and contractual requirements.
The Oral Health Therapist encourages positive attitudes towards oral health amongst the patient population and aims to ensure the standard of patient care is maintained at the highest level by the Oral Health Team.
An opportunity exists for a part-time 0.3 Oral Health Therapists working at our Loddon and Middleton Prisons in Castlemaine Victoria
$114,000.00 based on Full-time salary (adjusted for pro-rata part-time hours).
For more information in relation to this role, including the key accountabilities, please click the following link:
Oral Health Therapist
Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidates will have:
- Dental qualification eligible for registration as an Oral Health Therapist with AHPRA.
- Demonstrated experience in dental therapy and dental hygiene.
- Dental qualification, which includes scope of practice for Adult Dental Therapy (Extended scope of Practice). Can be either undergraduate or postgraduate coursework.
- Ionizing Radiation Apparatus Use License in Victoria for Intra-Oral Radiography. (License to provide dental panoramic radiography is desirable)
- Well-developed assessment skills including proven skills in communication.
- Demonstrated ability to work to full scope of clinical practice.
- Ability to meet the service targets set.
- Skills in oral health promotion.
- An understanding of public oral health principles.
- Works collaboratively as a member of the dental team
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people including staff, patients and carers and other service providers.
Other Requirements of the role:
- Valid Australian driver’s license and the ability to travel between locations.
- Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
- Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
- Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.
- Onsite working (no hybrid or remote working).
About GEO Healthcare
GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.
GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.
We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.
Company Benefits Overview
The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.
- GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.
Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here
Financial & Career Benefits
- Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
- Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
- Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
- Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
- Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
- Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
- Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.
Health & Wellbeing
- Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
- Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
- Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
- Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
- Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees
Work-Life Balance
- Free parking: Enjoy complimentary parking at our workplace for added convenience.
- Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
- Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
- Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
- Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.
For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare
Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:
- Three COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
- Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months
How to Apply:
To apply, we ask that you complete the short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
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People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:
UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE
