Oral Health Therapist Level 3 - Clinical Co-ordinator

🦷 Lead and mentor the next generation of Oral Health Therapists

🎓 Work alongside leading universities in a premier teaching facility

🌟 Deliver advanced patient care in a specialist oral health service

Lead, mentor and deliver advanced oral healthcare while shaping the future of the profession in one of Australia's leading teaching dental facilities.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time   
Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist Level 3  
Remuneration: $121,568 – $125,507 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead Centre for Oral Health and other oral health clinics of WSLHD

Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), where we're committed to delivering better health services for western Sydney and beyond. Based at the Westmead Centre for Oral Health (WCOH), you'll work in one of NSW's leading public oral health services, providing high-quality general and specialist dental care while supporting the education of future oral health professionals in partnership with the University of Sydney and the University of Newcastle.

• State-wide provider of general, emergency and specialist dental services

• Premier teaching facility for the University of Sydney's Faculty of Dentistry

• Modern clinical environment with advanced patient care and operating facilities

• Collaborative team that values Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment

• Make a meaningful impact on both patient outcomes and student learning

What you'll be doing 
In this senior clinical leadership role, you'll provide advanced oral health care to patients with complex treatment needs while coordinating and supporting university clinical placements. You'll combine expert clinical practice with mentoring, leadership and clinical governance to deliver exceptional patient care and an outstanding learning experience for future Oral Health Therapists.

• Deliver comprehensive oral health assessment, treatment planning and care for patients, including those with complex clinical, behavioural and disability-related needs

• Lead and coordinate student clinical placements, providing supervision, mentorship and professional guidance to university-appointed clinical educators and Oral Health Therapy students

• Manage patient care collaboratively, coordinating referrals and working closely with Dental Officers, Specialists and multidisciplinary teams

• Champion high standards of clinical governance, infection prevention, documentation and continuous quality improvement

• Contribute to oral health promotion, research, professional development and service improvement initiatives across the department

Join Us!

Bring your expertise, inspire future clinicians and help shape healthier communities with Western Sydney Local Health District. Apply today and discover how your skills can make a lasting difference.

How to Apply 
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Registration: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as an Oral Health Therapist

Selection Criteria:

1. Demonstrated advanced clinical and diagnostic skills.

2. Demonstrated skill in the management of patients with medical comorbidities and complex dental needs.

3. Mature independent judgement and problem solving skills in a clinical situation.

4. Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with a range of individuals including the general public.

5. A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a preventative / population health approach to patient care.

6. A demonstrated ability to work independently, and within a large team exercising leadership and mentoring skills.

7. A demonstrated commitment to continuing education.

Requisition ID: REQ679760
Applications Close: 19th August 2026  

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• For inquiries about the role, contact Dr. Raul Taliana on raul.taliana@health.nsw.gov.au