CCLHD - Oral Health Therapist Level 1/2
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: REQ558670
An Eligibility List (E-List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or full-time and part-time positions.
We are only considering applications from candidates with valid work rights.
This may also 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.
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.
- 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.
Where you'll be working
As the leading healthcare provider in the region, Central Coast Local Health District is well known for its dedication to high quality patient care and community services. CCLHD provides the community of the Central Coast with a caring environment dedicated to improving the patient journey.
What We Offer
- Work for the largest employer on the Central Coast
- Full-time employees receive an Additional Day Off (ADO) through our ADO policy and 17.5% Leave Loading on Full Time positions.
- Full Salary Packaging services are provided – which means you save more tax.
- Discounted Fitness Passport to balance your wellbeing.
- Professional Development through access to experienced and quality leadership.
- Social Club.
- Access to Wellbeing programs and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Child Safe Standard Commitment
Central Coast Local Health District is committed to ensuring child safety in all our health services, and hospitals in every ward, emergency department, waiting room, clinic as well as our online and virtual spaces. The Central Coast Local Health District has already taken significant steps to keep children safe, though more work needs to be done to ensure that child safety is embedded in all the care that we deliver and is across all systems, policies and processes. The Child Safe Standards provide a framework that outlines the essential elements of Child Safe organisations. Through the application of the Child Safe Standards our organisation will continue to build a culture where abuse is prevented, responded to and reported. We are committed to promoting the rights of children and young people and empowering and promoting their voices within the Central Coast. Child Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Our Commitment To Diversity and Inclusion
At Central Coast Local Health District, we are committed to creating a diverse, and inclusive environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit our Stepping Up initiative.
The ‘Stepping Up’ online resource aims to assist Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander job applicants understand how to apply for roles within NSW Health by clarifying the recruitment and onboarding process.
For more information, please visit: https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx
Please note that all NSW Health workers are strongly recommended to stay up to date with Covid-19 vaccinations as recommended by the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation in the Australian Immunisation Handbook. However, Covid-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.
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Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Dr Aleksander Sawicki, Dental Director / Head of Department on
Phone: 0406 551 866
Email: Aleksander.Sawicki@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: Sunday, 30th March 2025 at 11:59pm
You are encouraged to complete applications on a week day where Technical Support is available Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm by phoning ROB Help Desk on 1300 679 367.
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