At a Glance
- Tasks: Launch your dental career with mentorship and hands-on experience in a busy practice.
- Company: Join Tankard Dental, a leading dental group in regional Victoria.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, accommodation options, and advanced technology.
- Other info: Experience the vibrant community of Mildura with minimal traffic and a balanced life.
- Why this job: Grow your skills in a supportive environment while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle.
- Qualifications: AHPRA registration and a recognised dental qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
Launch your dental career with real mentorship, full books from day one, and access to advanced technology in a thriving regional practice. We’re looking for an enthusiastic New Graduate Dentist to join our supportive team at Tankard Dental in 2027. This is an outstanding opportunity to build your clinical skills, learn from experienced mentors, and grow into a confident, capable clinician while enjoying the relaxed lifestyle of regional Victoria.
About Us
Tankard Dental is one of the most established dental groups in regional Victoria, proudly serving Mildura, Irymple, Robinvale, and Ouyen for over 50 years. With 22 chairs across four modern clinics and consistently high patient demand, you’ll gain valuable, hands-on experience in a busy and well-supported environment. Our practices feature advanced technology including CBCT, CEREC, Trios and iTero scanners, and a full onsite digital laboratory.
About the Role
As a new graduate, you’ll receive mentorship from senior dentists, visiting specialists, and our dedicated hygiene and oral health team. You’ll build confidence at your own pace while gaining exposure to a wide range of dentistry, including general, restorative, cosmetic, implants, orthodontics, and oral surgery, with support and guidance as you develop your clinical skills. You’ll have the opportunity to explore your interests and expand your scope in a well-supported environment while providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients. Flexible working arrangements are available, supported by experienced dental assistants, receptionists, and onsite technicians.
What We Offer
- Structured mentorship and ongoing clinical support
- Excellent remuneration package with accommodation available if required
- Busy practice with full books and strong patient flow
- Advanced technology and onsite digital lab
- Platinum Invisalign provider
- Dedicated Hygiene and Oral Health Therapist department
- Exposure to general, cosmetic, and advanced procedures
- Supportive team culture with a strong focus on work-life balance
Our Graduates
We’ve proudly supported new graduate dentists for over 20 years, helping them grow into confident and capable clinicians. Many of our graduates have gone on to build successful careers, gaining valuable experience across a wide range of procedures within a supportive and well-structured environment.
Lifestyle & Location
Enjoy the benefits of regional living without feeling isolated. Mildura offers a relaxed lifestyle, affordable living, and a strong sense of community, all set along the iconic Murray River. With minimal traffic and short commute times, you’ll spend less time travelling and more time enjoying life outside of work. Mildura is easily accessible, with approximately a 4-hour drive to Adelaide and Mildura Airport just 10 minutes from the CBD, with direct daily flights to Melbourne and Sydney. This makes it easy to stay connected while enjoying a more balanced pace of life.
Skills & Attributes
We’re looking for someone who holds or is eligible for AHPRA registration, has a qualification recognised by the Dental Board of Australia, is motivated, reliable, and eager to learn, communicates with empathy and professionalism, works well in a team and is open to feedback.
New Graduate Dentist in Mildura employer: Tankard Dental
Tankard Dental is an exceptional employer for new graduate dentists, offering a supportive team environment and structured mentorship that fosters professional growth. With access to advanced technology and a busy practice in the beautiful regional setting of Mildura, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle while building your clinical skills and confidence. Our commitment to work-life balance, combined with a strong community feel, makes Tankard Dental an ideal place to launch your dental career.
