CCLHD - Oral Health Therapist - Level 1/2
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, Temporary Part Time
Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $1,407.22 - $2,007.58 per week, $37.03 - $52.83 per hour
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ574622
Applications Close: Sunday, 18th May 2025 at 11:59pm
This may cover a maternity relief position and should the permanent incumbent require an early return from maternity leave, this contract of employment will cease with two weeks notice. Maternity relief positions can be for a period of up to 12 months, with the possibility of continued employment for up to a further 12 months for maternity leave reduced hours, therefore there are no claims to permanency.
Central Coast Local Health District, Oral Health Service is seeking Oral Health Therapists to fill permanent and temporary positions working in the District’s public dental clinics.
This is a great opportunity to gain invaluable experience across dental therapy, dental hygiene and extended scope of practice. The role will see you apply your skills as an oral health therapist in a clinical environment and you will contribute to the provision of good oral health outcomes for the community of the Central Coast.
About the Role
You will be supported and mentored in your continued professional development by Senior Oral Health Therapists and Senior Dental Officers to facilitate consolidation of your clinical skills. You will be also rostered to support the Primary School Mobile Dental Program clinics across the Central Coast, and to provide patient care at the Yerin Aboriginal Medical Service Dental Clinic at Wyong.
For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.
About You
- You have completed a Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy or are in your final year.
- You are / will be eligible to be Registered as an Oral Health Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) / Dental Board of Australia.
- You have demonstrated knowledge of / or experience of evidenced-based oral health promotion, preventive programs and activities.
- You enjoy working as part of a team and have a focus on developing key relationships in a multi-disciplinary team.
- You have a current valid Australian Driver's Licence and a paid Working with Children Check.
Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.
- Work-Life Balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
- Financial Benefits – Boost your take-home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
- Health & Wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
- Career Growth – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD
Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.
NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
Additional Information
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full-time and part-time positions.
Need More Information?
For role-related queries, please contact Dr Aleksander Sawicki, Dental Director / Head of Department on:
Phone: 0406 551 866
Email: Aleksander.Sawicki@health.nsw.gov.au
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