The Victorian public health sector is an integral part of the healthcare system in Australia, providing essential services to the public. Within this sector, general dentists play a crucial role in promoting oral health and preventing dental diseases. To ensure fair working conditions and benefits for these healthcare professionals, the Victorian public health sector (general dentists) enterprise agreement has been developed.

This agreement outlines the terms and conditions of employment for general dentists working in the Victorian public health sector. It covers various aspects of their work, including salary, leave entitlements, working hours, and professional development opportunities. The agreement is negotiated between the relevant health service providers, unions representing the dentists, and the state government.

One of the key features of this enterprise agreement is the provision of competitive salaries and benefits for general dentists. The agreement sets out minimum rates of pay and ensures that any increases in salary are linked to the rate of inflation. It also provides for additional benefits such as superannuation contributions, paid maternity and paternity leave, and training and development opportunities.

Another important aspect of the agreement is the provision of leave entitlements for general dentists. The agreement sets out the minimum amount of annual leave, sick leave, and other types of leave to which dentists are entitled. It also provides for paid study leave and career break opportunities to help dentists maintain their professional skills and knowledge.

The Victorian public health sector (general dentists) enterprise agreement also includes provisions for flexible working arrangements. This allows dentists to adjust their working hours to better balance work and family commitments, or to participate in training and development activities outside of normal working hours.

Overall, the Victorian public health sector (general dentists) enterprise agreement helps to ensure fair and competitive working conditions for general dentists working in the public health system. It recognizes the important contribution that these professionals make to the health and well-being of the community, and provides them with the support and recognition they deserve.