Our Dental Graduate Program provides a fantastic and unique opportunity for first year dental graduates.
Please note: applications for the 2010 intake are now closed, however, applications for 2011 intake will be opening in October 2010. Full details will be provided on this page in early October.
Benefits of the program
As a first year dental graduate, you will have the opportunity to:
- gain experience in a variety of areas including specialist, general and emergency dentistry.
- learn directly from leaders in the various fields of dentistry.
- broaden your skill set by working with the diverse range of patients who access public dental care.
- work in a multi-disciplinary and supportive environment.
- participate in continuing professional development.
What does the program involve?
As a first year graduate, you will be mentored as you undertake block rotations in a range of specialist clinics at The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne and in selected community dental clinics.
Rotations involve clinical practice with support as well as clinical observation.
Where would I be located?
New graduates will spend the majority of their time at The Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, and up to 4 months in a metropolitan community dental clinic.
Departments at the Hospital where you can spend time include:
- Fixed Prosthodontics
- Endodontics
- Periodontics
- Paediatric Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Oral Surgery
- Oral Medicine
- Special Needs
- Primary Care
Requirements
You will need to demonstrate the ability to:
- work effectively in a team environment,
- display well-developed interpersonal skills
- have a strong commitment to clinical excellence.
Qualifications recognised by the Dental Practice Board of Victoria for registration to practice dentistry are essential.
When does recruitment start?
Places on the program are offered annually as a 12 month contract with Dental Health Services Victoria. Recruitment commences in October each year, and employment commences in February each year. Positions are advertised on www.dentaljobs.org.au and applications must be submitted through the Dental Jobs website.
Further information
Dr Elizabeth Milford
Manager of Clinical Placement
Dental Health Services Victoria
Phone: 03 9341 1354
Email: milforde@dhsv.org.au
Web: www.dentaljobs.org.au