Senior Dental Officer
This position will also attract the NSW Dental Officer Rural Incentive Scheme (DORIS) equivalent to $20,000 per annum ($10.09 per hour).
Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly – so apply today!
To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 2/3
Remuneration: $136,108.00 - $158,698.00 pa (plus super) plus management allowance
Hours per week: 38
Location: Parkes, NSW
Senior Dental Officer
Parkes Community Oral Health
About the role:
This role is suitable for a dentist with some clinical experience
Western NSW Local Health District encourages suitably qualified Aboriginal people to apply for this position.
This is a targeted position in accordance with GSE Rule 26: Employment of eligible persons. Whereby Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and, where found suitable, will be given higher priority under affirmative action in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities. In the event there are no suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants, then applications from non-Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants will be considered.
Where you’ll be working:
The Oral Health Service in Western NSW Local Health District has a supportive and friendly culture.
Parkes Community Oral Health is a modern 3 chair clinic that provides dental services to the local community.
The clinic consists of Dental Assistants, Dental Officers and Oral Health Therapists.
About us:
WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.
We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.
Some of the benefits of working with us include:
· Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.
· Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career.
· Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.
· Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.
· Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.
· Access to Salary Packaging to save tax, Fitness Passport and free & confidential counselling services.
How to apply:
Candidates must read the Position Description and address the Selection Criteria for the role, providing examples where required. You must also upload a copy of your current CV as part of your application. For assistance, see our Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD. For further information on the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. This position will remain open until vacancies are filled.
For role related enquiries, please reach out to Heather Cameron on (02) 6850 7314 or Heather.Cameron@health.nsw.gov.au
COVID-19 Response:
All NSW Health workers are required to provide a record of your COVID-19 vaccination status if successful for this role or have an approved medical contraindication certificate.
Talent Pool
If we identify a surplus of suitable candidates for this role, you may also be invited to an eligibility list where you could be offered an alternative position per the relevant Award.
