Dental Therapist / Oral Health Therapist

Why This Role Matters

The Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist at North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) plays a key role in promoting oral health and delivering high-quality dental care to children and communities in Western Australia. This position combines clinical care, patient education, supervision of clinic assistants, and community outreach, contributing to improved oral health outcomes across the region.

Job Description

NMHS is seeking a Permanent or Fixed-Term Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist in Bridgetown, WA. The role involves providing routine dental care for children, maintaining accurate patient records, supervising Dental Clinic Assistants, and delivering oral health education to individuals, schools, community groups, and healthcare professionals. The position may be full-time or part-time, with the possibility of extension or permanency for fixed-term appointments.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Dental Therapist / Oral Health Therapist
• Organization: North Metropolitan Health Service – Dental Health Services
• Location: Bridgetown, WA (mobile clinic stops at Bridgetown, Balingup, Boyup Brook, Donnybrook)
• Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time / Part-Time or Fixed-Term Full-Time / Part-Time
• Salary: 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 for children enrolled in Dental Therapy Centres
• Examine and treat patients, maintaining high-quality clinical care
• Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with Dental Health Service policies
• Supervise and guide Dental Clinic Assistants
• Provide oral health education and presentations to individuals, schools, community groups, and healthcare professionals
• Promote oral health and preventive care as the primary focus
• Uphold NMHS core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and Integrity

Required Qualification

• Relevant qualification as a Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist
• Current Australian working rights (citizenship or permanent residency)
• Ability to obtain a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check

Important Requirements

• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-focused oral healthcare
• Willingness to work in a mobile clinic environment across multiple locations
• Values aligned with NMHS principles of care, respect, innovation, teamwork, and integrity

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with PSO Level 3/4 classification
• Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace culture
• Opportunity to work in a picturesque, community-focused setting in Bridgetown and surrounding areas

Experience and Skills

• Clinical experience in pediatric dental care or oral health therapy
• Ability to work as part of a small, collaborative team
• Supervisory experience with dental assistants is an advantage
• Competent in oral health education and community engagement
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical records and follow NMHS protocols

Salary Insights

• $86,439 – $100,526 p.a. pro rata ($44.18 – $51.38 per hour) depending on experience and appointment type

Company Overview

Dental Health Service (DHS) is part of NMHS and the largest public dental health service provider in WA. DHS operates statewide through fixed and mobile clinics, offering programs such as the Smiling Starts Early Childhood Dental program, School Dental Service, general dental services for eligible adults, subsidy schemes, and special dental services. DHS is committed to equity, inclusion, and cultural safety while delivering high-quality oral healthcare.

FAQs

1. What qualifications are required?
   Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist qualification with Australian working rights.

2. Is a Working With Children (WWC) check mandatory?
   Yes, a WA WWC Check is required.

3. Can the role be full-time or part-time?
   Yes, both full-time and part-time appointments are available.

4. Is experience in pediatric care necessary?
   Yes, clinical experience in pediatric dental care or oral health therapy is essential.

5. What locations are included?
   Bridgetown and surrounding areas: Balingup, Boyup Brook, Donnybrook.

Application Tips

• Highlight pediatric dental care and oral health therapy experience
• Emphasise communication, teamwork, and community outreach skills
• Include supervisory experience with dental assistants
• Demonstrate alignment with NMHS values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and Integrity