Oral Health Therapist Level 2

Why This Role Matters

Oral Health Therapists play a vital role in promoting preventive dental care, improving community oral health, and supporting dental teams in delivering quality treatment. Their work focuses on prevention, patient education, and early intervention to reduce dental diseases and improve overall oral health outcomes.

Job Description

Northern NSW Local Health District is seeking an Oral Health Therapist to join its dental team at Casino District Memorial Hospital. This role involves providing preventive dental services, oral health education, and clinical treatments while supporting community oral health initiatives across the Northern Rivers region.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Oral Health Therapist Level 2
• Organization: Northern NSW Local Health District
• Location: Casino, New South Wales, Australia
• Workplace: Casino District Memorial Hospital
• Employment Type: Permanent Part-Time and Casual
• Weekly Hours: 16 hours (Part-Time)
• Requisition ID: REQ639521

Responsibilities

• Provide preventive dental care and oral health treatments
• Conduct oral health assessments and screenings for patients
• Deliver oral hygiene education and preventive care advice
• Assist in treatment planning and patient follow-up care
• Support community oral health programs and awareness initiatives
• Maintain accurate patient records and clinical documentation
• Follow infection control and healthcare safety protocols

Required Qualification

• Degree or qualification in Oral Health Therapy or equivalent dental therapy qualification
• Registration with the relevant Australian dental regulatory authority

Important Requirements

• Eligibility to live and work in Australia
• Strong knowledge of preventive dental care and oral health education
• Ability to work collaboratively with dental professionals and healthcare teams
• Good communication and patient interaction skills

Employment Options

• Permanent Part-Time position (16 hours per week)
• Casual employment options may also be available

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options to increase take-home pay
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Fitness and wellbeing discounts
• Supportive and collaborative healthcare environment
• Relocation support through the Welcome Experience program

Experience and Skills

• Preventive dentistry and oral health assessments
• Patient education and oral hygiene promotion
• Clinical documentation and patient record management
• Infection control and healthcare safety practices
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams

Salary Insights

• Annual salary range: $95,131 – $108,943 (pro rata for part-time)
• Additional salary packaging benefits available

Company Overview

Northern NSW Local Health District provides healthcare services across the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Australia. The district operates hospitals, community health facilities, and multipurpose health services across the Tweed, Richmond, and Clarence Valleys, focusing on delivering accessible, high-quality healthcare to local communities.

FAQs

1. What is the employment type for this role?
   The position is available as permanent part-time and casual employment.

2. How many hours are required per week?
   The part-time position requires 16 hours per week.

3. Where is the role located?
   The job is based at Casino District Memorial Hospital in Casino, New South Wales.

4. When do applications close?
   Applications close on 19 March 2026.

Application Tips

• Highlight your qualification in oral health therapy or dental therapy
• Mention experience in preventive dental care and oral health education
• Include any experience in community health or dental programs
• Demonstrate strong patient communication and teamwork skills
• Ensure you meet eligibility requirements to work in Australia