National Dental Care invites expressions of interest from Oral Health Therapists and Hygienists across WA, including metropolitan Perth and regional locations. Opportunities vary by practice and location, with full-time, part-time or flexible working arrangements.

You'll deliver high quality therapy and hygiene care, with clinical autonomy within your scope, and collaborate with Dentists and teams. Registration with AHPRA and qualification recognised by the Dental Board of Australia are

Oral Health Therapist / Hygienist Perth Expression of Interest

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Oral Health Therapist / Hygienist Western Australia Expression of Interest Flexible Opportunities

Are you an Oral Health Therapist or Hygienist looking for your next opportunity in Western Australia?

National Dental Care is welcoming Expressions of Interest from Oral Health Therapists and Hygienists interested in opportunities across our WA network.

We have opportunities across metropolitan Perth and regional Western Australia, with roles that can vary by practice, location and preferred working arrangements. Whether you're looking for full time, part time or flexible work, we'd be interested in hearing from you.

What you'll be doing

Depending on your registration and scope of practice, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Provide high-quality oral health therapy and/or hygiene care
• Deliver preventive and periodontal care
• Build ongoing relationships with your patients
• Practise with clinical autonomy within your scope of practice
• Work collaboratively with Dentists and wider clinical teams
• Contribute to a positive, patient focused practice environment
• Continue developing your clinical skills through ongoing learning and CPD

About you

We're looking for an Oral Health Therapist or Hygienist who:

• Holds current AHPRA registration relevant to their profession
• Holds relevant qualifications recognised by the Dental Board of Australia
• Has experience working in a clinical dental environment
• Is confident providing preventive and periodontal care within their scope of practice
• Takes a patient focused approach to care
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Holds current professional indemnity insurance

About our WA practices

National Dental Care operates a network of dental practices across metropolitan and regional Western Australia.

Our practices are supported by experienced clinical teams and established practice systems, with opportunities to work alongside Dentists, Oral Health Therapists and Hygienists depending on the location.

Practice environments and equipment vary across the network, with many locations offering modern clinical technology and well established patient bases.

Why choose NDC?

At NDC, you'll have the independence to practise within your scope while being supported by experienced teams and established systems that allow you to focus on what matters most - your patients.

Depending on the practice and location, you may benefit from:

• Established patient books and strong patient demand
• Clinical autonomy within your scope of practice
• Flexible working days and schedules
• Modern, well equipped and well invested practices
• Experienced clinical and administrative support teams
• Centralised operational, marketing, IT and business support
• Opportunities across metropolitan and regional WA
• A national network offering long term career mobility

Benefits available across the NDC network

As part of NDC, you'll also have access to:

• NDC Training Academy - access to more than 75 professional development courses
• Clinical Advisory Committee and peer support
• Sonder - mental health, medical and safety support for providers and their immediate families
• Flare - savings on groceries, fuel, technology, fashion, dining and more
• Fitness Passport - discounted fitness programs for providers and eligible family members
• Corporate health insurance discounts through Medibank Private and HBF

We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies; however, we are not accepting agency referrals for this role.

Employment Type: Full time, Permanent (2x openings available) and Part time, Permanent (0.6 FTE)  Classification: Health Professional Level 3 (PN 41239, 60173,26604) Salary: $111,639 - $120,057 (Plus 12.5% Super) Location: Canberra Health Services Section: Dental Services Closing Date: 27 October 2026     What can we offer you:  •  Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a community setting. •  Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. •  Flexible working conditions.  • Access to Employee Assistance Program. • Access to onsite Physiotherapists.     To find out more on what a career at CHS can give you, the benefits of working with us and why Canberra is Australia's happiest city click here: Benefits of working with us - Canberra Health Services (act.gov.au)     About the Role: Canberra Health Services Dental delivers a broad range of public dental services to children, young people and eligible adults across multiple locations throughout the ACT. Working within a supportive and community-focused team, you’ll have the opportunity to provide care in modern dental clinics as well as through outreach programs that improve access to essential oral health services for those who need them most.     As a Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist, you will deliver high-quality preventative, restorative and emergency oral health care to a diverse client group. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to health promotion initiatives, quality improvement activities and service development, while also supporting student clinical placements and community engagement programs. This is a rewarding opportunity to combine clinical excellence with meaningful community impact.     We are seeking a motivated and adaptable professional with strong organisational and time management skills, a commitment to patient-centred care, and the ability to build positive relationships with clients and colleagues alike. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, demonstrate sound clinical judgement, and bring enthusiasm for continuous learning, professional development and improving oral health outcomes across the ACT.   Please note: For the part-time position, a minimum roster of three business days per week is required.     For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description.     Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: •  Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. • Current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011  is required. • Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy. • Comply with CHS credentialing and scope of clinical practice requirements for allied health professionals.     To Apply:  Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page cover letter, responding to the selection criteria listed in the Position Description.      ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position***   Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website.    Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together  Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind   CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.       If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Laura Miller on 0479 175 932 or at  [email protected] #LI-DNI

Vacancy Number:

039373

Agency:

Department of Health

Number of Vacancies:

Several

Work Unit

Oral Health Services

Location:

Alice Springs

Primary Objective:

Provide quality oral health clinical services in accordance with Oral Health Service agreed policies, protocols and procedures. Selection will be made at Den, SD level depending on the qualifications of the successful applicant.

Special Instructions:

Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy

Contact:

Dr Marietta Taylor on 08 8951 6772 or [email protected]

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Role title: Dental Hygienist

Role type: Permanent Part-Time 24hrs per week, Tuesday to Thursday

Role grade: Oral Health Therapist Level 1, (Yr 1-4)

Department and location: Dental Department, St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney

Salary: $79,419.00- $92,801.00 (pro-rata) + super + salary packaging  

Welcome to St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney

Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.

Founded by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As Sydney’s premier and iconic inner-city public hospital, we serve the entire population, providing world-class care to all people, including the most vulnerable in our community. Across our renowned precinct, we feature cutting-edge programs and surgery infrastructure, fostering clinical excellence and professional growth.

Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high-frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep.

Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.

About the role

Working day: Tuesday to Thursday| 24 hours/week

• Deliver patient-centred care by assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating tailored oral health treatment plans for a diverse range of patients.

• Promote better oral health through education, disease prevention, health promotion, informed consent and high-quality post-operative care for patients, families and carers.

• Support complex patient care by recognising oral manifestations of systemic disease and working with oncology, transplant, cardiac, infectious disease, aged care and special needs patients.

• Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team, partnering with dentists, dental assistants, medical, nursing and allied health professionals to coordinate care and ensure appropriate referrals.

• Make an impact beyond day-to-day clinical care by contributing to quality improvement, clinical audits, research, service development, education and student supervision while maintaining your professional development

About you

• Registered Oral Health Therapist with current AHPRA registration and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

• An excellent communicator who builds trusted relationships with patients, families and colleagues and communicates confidently across a multidisciplinary team.

• A collaborative and ethical professional who can navigate complex situations with sound judgement, professionalism and respect for professional boundaries.

• Highly organised and adaptable, with strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands in a busy clinical environment.

• Committed to continuous growth and improvement, with a passion for professional development and applying quality improvement principles to enhance patient care and service outcomes.

What we can offer you

• Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income

• Seamless NSW Health Mobility: Smooth transfer of your qualifying service and leave entitlements

• World-Class: Be part of a renowned precinct alongside the Garvan & Victor Chang institutes

• Excellence: Premier heart/lung transplant program, advanced robotics, & pioneering HIV/AIDS initiatives

• Cutting-Edge Oncology: Deliver advanced cancer care and trials at the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre

• Community: Support vital programs for First Nations, homelessness, mental health, & drug and alcohol care

• Professional Advancement: Accelerate your career with study leave and Curran Foundation scholarships

• Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Equal opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.

How to apply

The closing date for applications is 15 September 2026. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert. 

Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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