Dentist - Deniliquin
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Part Time and Casual opportunities available
Position Classification: Dental Officer – Level 3
Remuneration: $162,949.00 - $170,822.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up 38
Requisition ID: REQ635517
Location: Deniliquin
About the role:
Deniliquin Dental Clinic are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Dentist to join our team! You will service the community of Deniliquin providing a comprehensive Public Health dental service where no two days are same.
The Dental Officer manages a mixed patient caseload with the following characteristics:
Primary caseload consists of adult patients with a proportion of paediatric patients also seen.
Average daily patient load of approximately 11 patients
Eligible children are seen in accordance with public dental program guidelines
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Current registration with AHPRA’s Dental Board of Australia
Highly advanced skills in managing difficult clinical situations and a proven record of carrying out a broad range of advanced and complex dental procedures
Understanding of and commitment to a preventative/population health approach to patient care
Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively and sensitively with a wide range of individuals
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team
Ability and willingness to travel for work purposes (Class C drivers’ licence)
About the team:
The Dental Officer works as part of a multidisciplinary dental team, which includes:
Experienced dental assistants
Reception and administrative staff
Part-time oral health therapist
Access to a specialist oral surgeon (referral/visiting basis)
Access to specialist paediatric dentists (referral/visiting basis)
What MLHD offer:
Relocation Assistance and Accommodation Support considerations - Assistance for interstate applicants to help you transition smoothly into our community
Dental Officer Rural Incentive Scheme Allowance – Up to $20,000 extra per annum
Working Arrangements – Family Friendly hours, Accrued Days Off, No weekends
482 temporary Visa Sponsorship considerations
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing
Professional Development – Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
More information:
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Christine O’Flynn – Dental Officer on Christine.OFlynn@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 13 March 2026
MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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