Senior Dentist

Lead Exceptional Oral Health Care Across North West Queensland Make a real impact in regional Queensland as a Senior Dentist with the North West Hospital and Health Service. In this permanent full-time role, you will lead oral health services across fixed and mobile clinics, delivering high-quality clinical care while providing active leadership, mentoring and support to the dental team. About The Role As Senior Dentist, you'll provide advanced clinical care and hands‑on leadership across NWHHS Oral Health Services. You will support high-quality dental treatment for eligible patients, guide multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to service improvement across fixed and mobile facilities. Key Responsibilities Deliver advanced general dental care, including outreach services and treatment under general anaesthetic. Provide clinical leadership, mentoring, and supervision to dentists, oral health therapists, dental assistants, students, and support staff. Support recruitment, performance development, and professional growth of the oral health workforce. Contribute to business planning, quality improvement, accreditation, and operational initiatives. Promote culturally safe, inclusive, and ethical care aligned with Queensland Health frameworks. Champion workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement across all service locations. Working with us Permanent full time multiple positions, 76 hours per fortnight Base salary ranges between $158,532 - $170,285 per annum (DO2) 4 weeks p.a. recreational leave + 17.5% loading. 12.75% employer superannuation contribution. Rural and Remote incentive - Zone 3 - 32% allowance of base salary. Accommodation assistance available as per policy: either 17 months at a Queensland Health facility or 17 months rental subsidy. Eligible Mount Isa Residents may also be able to access discounts starting from 20% off Qantas return fares from Mount Isa to their eligible city. Discounted fares for residents | Qantas AU Tax savings through salary sacrificing options are also available. Transfer and appointment expenses may be negotiated. our HHS values professionalism, leadership capability, excellence and resilience in our staff. We are committed to providing extraordinary opportunities for career development including in‑house training, development and mentoring programs. PLUS a $3,395 p.a. allowance to assist with external development, and 3 days p.a. leave for attending training or conferences. Requirements Mandatory requirements are a tertiary degree qualification in Dentistry and current registration with the Dental Board of Australia (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency – AHPRA). Extensive clinical experience preferred. C Class Motor Vehicle Licence. Pre‑employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks. This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Hepatitis A/B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Tuberculosis. A period of probation may apply. About North West Hospital And Health Service (NWHHS) The North West Hospital and Health Service delivers public health services across approximately 300,000 square kilometres, supporting remote communities throughout North Western Queensland and the Gulf of Carpentaria. We are committed to promoting community wellbeing and providing high-quality, accessible and effective healthcare for all. Interested? Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation. Contact: Dr Saman Zahedi on Applications close: Friday, 12 Decmber 2025 Occupational group Dentistry #J-18808-Ljbffr