Lead Oral Health Therapist
Employment Type: Various - Temporary Full Time & Part Time (Up to 7/2/2027)
Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist Level 4
Remuneration: $126,523.28 - $129,591.28 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Negotiable – Dubbo, Bathurst, Orange, Cowra, Parkes, Forbes or Mudgee, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Applications Close: 25 November 2025, 11:59pm
Lead Oral Health Therapist
Location Negotiable
About the role
We have an exciting leadership development opportunity for an oral health therapist.
To be successful in the role of Lead Oral Health Therapist you will need appropriate experience as an oral health therapist, together with leadership and administrative aptitude to lead our therapist workforce and contribute to policy and procedures as a member of our Oral Health Management team.
The role is offered as temporary full-time but a temporary part-time contract of at least 24 hours per week will be considered for the right applicant.
Location is negotiable but must be based at Bathurst, Orange, Dubbo, Mudgee, Cowra, Parkes or Forbes.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Jenni Floyd on 02 6809 8743 or at Jennifer.Floyd@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
