Lead with purpose and shape community smiles in a flexible leadership role on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula. Permanent Part Time, 32 hours per fortnight, including Wednesday one other day each week Located at : Rosebud, VIC - a coastal community-focused environment Classification: Dental Therapist - Grade 4 (DT56) plus super Boost you take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focussed on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026. The Team & Role Join a passionate, close‑knit dental team that prides itself on delivering safe, personal, and connected care to our community. As our Dental Team Leader, you’ll step into a leadership role that blends clinical excellence with people‑focused management - guiding a multidisciplinary team while providing high‑quality clinical care and oral health promotion. In this role, you’ll lead with emotional intelligence, foster collaboration, and support a culture of continuous improvement. You’ll mentor emerging clinicians, coordinate care for vulnerable and complex clients, and contribute to service enhancement through data insights, quality improvement activities, and confident decision‑making. We understand the importance of balance, our team is genuinely family‑friendly, supportive, and offers flexible working arrangements, with the role worked across Wednesdays plus one additional day per week (Monday, Thursday or Friday). You’ll join colleagues who value teamwork, open communication, and creating a positive, inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported to grow. If you’re a strong communicator, critical thinker, problem‑solver, and team‑builder with a passion for community health and leading others, this is a fantastic opportunity to shape meaningful impact within a dedicated, community‑focused service. Please click here to see the Position Description Skills & Experience Required Essential • Diploma of Dental Therapy and/or Bachelor of Oral Health Science (or equivalent). • AHPRA registration, indemnity insurance, and radiography licence. • Prepared to obtain a current Working With Children check and Police Check upon commencement. • Advanced clinical skills • Strong attention to detail, reliability, and punctuality. • Proven capacity to manage and prioritise competing demands in a busy clinical environment. Benefits Boost your take-home pay with generous salary packaging & novated leasing Unlock exclusive discounts at top retailers and dining spots Stay fit with access to premium gyms via Fitness Passport Feel supported with our holistic Employee Assistance Program Join a vibrant, collaborative team led by passionate leaders Enjoy a genuinely family‑friendly, flexible team culture that supports balance and wellbeing Next Steps For role specific information please contact - Shalini Muttiah, Community Dental Program Manager on phcn.vic.gov.au If you experience any issues signing in or registering, please feel welcome to contact People Experience Team on 9784-2700 (Press 1). The role ceases advertising on 5th June 2026 . Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt and that this job posting may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Thank you for your interest in this role. Bayside Health (Peninsula Health Care Group) is regularly advertising positions across the health service so please take the time to review other relevant opportunities by going to https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/ Additional Information Bayside Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We encourage applications from individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We also provide a safe and supportive workplace for people with all abilities. To find out more about our recruitment processes, compliance obligations and to prepare your application to join our team please visit: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-preparing-employment/ Please refer to Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 salary circular for salary range. Sub-grading will be based on years of experience. For further information on salary range classifications and grading please refer to the following page: https://www.peninsulahealth.org.au/careers/working-with-us/salary-rates/ It is strongly recommended that individuals in this role remain up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations. Join Bayside Health and help us to deliver healthy lives for everyone, through sustainable, innovative, compassionate care.
