Dental Practice Manager - Melbourne

Our Melbourne Dental Practice Manager role is a hands-on role, that is responsible for the day-to-day leadership and operational management of our health centre. You would be leading a team of dental assistants and receptionists. The Dental Practice Manager ensures the smooth operation of an accredited practice, that places a high value on strict infection control standards, as well as high quality dental procedures, patient care and customer service.

Why work for us?

• 6 weeks annual leave 
• No late evenings, Sundays, or public holidays
• Staff discounts on Teachers Health products and services
• An annual corporate wardrobe allowance
• A generous well-being programme
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
• Our Health Centres are multidisciplinary accredited practices with state-of-the-art facilities 
• A fantastic company culture and strong brand that you can stand proudly behind

This is a permanent full-time position however, from time to time, the Dental Practice Manager may be required to work reasonable additional hours, as necessary, to fulfil the requirements of the position or as requested. Our Health Centre is open Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5pm and Saturdays 8.30 am - 2pm. Occasional Saturdays are rostered, and penalty rates apply.
 
What would you do as our Dental Practice Manager?

• Lead from the front – Two days of this role is hands on in both Dental Assisting and Reception duties, the rest are administrative duties
• Oversee management and coordinate purchase of dental stock for the centre; efficient use of products and eliminate products expiring and wastage
• Leadership and management of dental assistants and receptionists including onboarding, training and induction, rostering, coaching and performance management
• Championing Teachers Health core values and culture across the team
• Overseeing patient bookings to ensure smooth operations and maximise productivity of the Dental Practice
• Monitor and review dental processes to ensure effectiveness and efficiency
• Ensure infection control policy and procedures are implemented and adopted by all dental employees and contractors
• Ensure the recording of accurate financial information for report generation
• Ensure compliance with ADA and AHPRA policies and guidelines

What are we looking for?

• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Dental Practice Manager
• Strong knowledge and application of infection control processes
• Experience managing and leading a team 
• A positive and professional communication style with strong verbal and written communication skills
• An excellent attention to detail 
• The ability to multitask, prioritise and manage time effectively
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Office Suite proficiency
• Dental Assisting Cert III or equivalent is required
• Previous experience with Oasis, Examine Pro and HAMBS is beneficial

Teachers Health was created by teachers for teachers over 65 years ago and is the only health fund exclusively for the education community. As a not-for-profit health fund, we exist for our members covering the lives of over 360,000 teachers, education staff & their families. ​We have 6 state-of-the-art Health Centres across NSW, VIC and SA. They all provide top quality dental and eyecare services, and a range of member offers.

How do I apply?
Click APPLY NOW and send in your updated CV and an (optional) cover letter, telling us why you would be a good fit for the role. Due to the high number of applicants, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. 

Teachers Health values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds including First Nations people, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and people that identify as LGBTQIA+. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process by getting in touch with ****@teachershealth.com.au
 
All candidates must be willing to undertake a national police check as part of our recruitment process.