Dental Therapist / Oral Health Therapist

Why This Role Matters

The Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist at North Metropolitan Health Service – Dental Health Services plays an important role in delivering essential oral healthcare and education to children and communities across regional Western Australia. This position helps improve long-term oral health outcomes while promoting preventive care and community engagement.

Job Description

North Metropolitan Health Service (Dental Health Services) is seeking enthusiastic, qualified Dental Therapists/Oral Health Therapists for Permanent or Fixed-Term Full-Time or Part-Time appointments in Albany and Mount Barker, with potential travel to surrounding locations such as Denmark and Frankland River. The role involves clinical care, patient education, supervision of clinic assistants, and outreach services within the community.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Dental Therapist / Oral Health Therapist
• Organization: North Metropolitan Health Service – Dental Health Services
• Location: Albany and Mount Barker (with mobile clinic regional stops)
• Employment Type: Permanent or Fixed-Term – Full-Time / Part-Time
• Salary Range: PSO Level 3/4 $86,439 – $100,526 p.a. pro rata ($44.18 – $51.38 per hour)
• Experience Level: Not specified (qualifications and communication skills essential)

Responsibilities

• Provide routine dental care to children enrolled in Dental Therapy Centres
• Conduct patient examinations and treatment according to clinical standards
• Maintain accurate patient records in line with service policies
• Supervise and guide Dental Clinic Assistants
• Deliver oral health education to individuals, schools, community groups, and health professionals
• Promote preventive care and oral health initiatives within the community
• Uphold NMHS values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and Integrity

Required Qualification

• Relevant qualification as a Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist

Important Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check (required)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred oral healthcare
• Ability to work collaboratively within a small team
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency required for permanent positions

What We Offer

• Competitive salary at PSO Level 3/4 classification
• Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
• Opportunity to live and work in regional WA communities
• Contribution to meaningful community oral health outcomes

Experience and Skills

• Experience in pediatric dental care or oral health therapy (preferred)
• Clinical competence in examination and treatment of children’s dental needs
• Effective supervision and leadership of support staff
• Community education and engagement skills
• Ability to travel to regional clinic locations

Salary Insights

• PSO Level 3/4 $86,439 – $100,526 p.a. pro rata ($44.18 – $51.38 per hour)

Company Overview

North Metropolitan Health Service – Dental Health Services is part of the WA public dental system and the largest provider of public dental care in Western Australia. The service operates state-wide through fixed and mobile clinics, delivering programs such as early childhood dental care, school dental services, general dental services — all funded by the WA Government to improve community oral health.

FAQs

1. What qualification is required?
   A formal qualification as a Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist is required.

2. Is a Working With Children Check mandatory?
   Yes — a WA Working With Children Check is required for this role.

3. Can this role be part-time?
   Yes — both full-time and part-time appointments are available.

4. Will I need to travel?
   Yes — travel to regional service points (e.g., Denmark, Frankland River) may be required.

5. Is residency required?
   Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for permanent public sector positions.

Application Tips

• Highlight experience in pediatric and preventive dental care
• Emphasise communication and community engagement skills
• Include any supervisory experience with clinic assistants
• State your eligibility for WWC Check clearly
• Demonstrate alignment with NMHS values (Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity)