Oral Health Therapist
Oral Health Therapist
About the role:
Murrumbidgee Local Health District are looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working Oral Health Therapist to join us in this exciting position.
As an Oral Health Therapist, you will be responsible for:
Providing evidence based clinical care to patients, within your scope of practice and legislative and regulatory frameworks, resulting in quality care and a contemporary approach to dental procedures and patient care.
Delivering oral health promotion and preventative programs
Utilising clinical tools, equipment and applications
Maintaining accurate and appropriate clinical records, including paper based and electronic records
Communicating with patients/carers ensuring consistent care and maximised health outcomes
Encouraging good and positive working relationships with co-workers so that care is provided in a harmonious team environment.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (until 10 April 2028)
Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist – Level 1-2
Remuneration: $76,364.00 - $108,943.00 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours Per Week: up to 32
Requisition ID: REQ650229
Location: Negotiable – with availability/ willingness to travel to Young Dental Clinic
Are you a talented Oral Health Therapist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?
What MLHD offer:
Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
Flexible Working Arrangements
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Current AHPRA registration as an Oral Health Therapist
Current NSW Working with Children Check
Willingness to travel as part of the role
Sound clinical and diagnostic skills
Understanding of and commitment to a preventative/ population health approach to patient care
Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively and sensitively with a wide range of individuals
More information:
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Heidi Fischer – Dental Therapist on Heidi.Fischer@health.nsw.gov.au for a confidential chat.
Applications close: 5 May 2026
MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.
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