Dental Officer

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time (Up until 30/11/2026)
Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 2
Location: Lithgow Hospital
Remuneration: $71.04 - $74.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ601695
Applications Close: 10/09/2025
 

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.
 

About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.

Our District’s Oral Health (Dental) services are provided to eligible patients at the following locations: Nepean Centre for Oral Health, Blue Mountains Hospital Dental Clinic, Hawkesbury Dental Clinic, and the Lithgow Hospital Dental Clinic. The team offers public dental services including diagnosis, restorative and preventative treatments, pain relief and dentures.

We are seeking a dedicated Dental Officer to join our team at Lithgow Hospital. In this role, you will deliver high-quality general oral health care and education to eligible patients across the district, while managing cases of greater than usual complexity. You will be responsible for comprehensive patient care, including examination, treatment planning, referrals, and coordination with other clinicians. A strong commitment to infection control, accurate record-keeping, and effective communication with patients and staff is essential. You will also contribute to oral health promotion and support the broader dental team in delivering efficient and respectful care.

Join us in making a meaningful impact on community health while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

• Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time employees

• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

• Novated Leasing

• Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

• Fitness Passport

NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.

NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards.

For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here.