Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist

Overview Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist - New Graduates role at North Metropolitan Health Service. Are you a new or recent graduate interested in providing the full range of dental health services to children and supporting community health in Western Australia? This role supports new graduates with a robust development program including internal training, continuing professional development and peer support to build your skills and confidence to use your full scope of practice. This is a recruitment pool for permanent or fixed-term, full-time and part-time appointments. Fixed-term appointments may be extended and/or become permanent. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool and may be appointed to similar vacancies at any time before 05/10/2026. New graduates expecting to be registered by early January 2026 are welcome to apply. What is our Dental Therapist role? As a Dental Therapist with Western Australia’s Dental Health Service (DHS), you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team across one or more clinics within an area or region, providing the full range of dental treatment and referrals to eligible school children. Our clinics are located in Metropolitan Perth and across Regional WA and typically operate from 8am to 4pm on weekdays. You will be a suitably qualified, new or recent graduate in Dental Therapy / Dental Hygiene / Oral Health Therapy. You should be passionate about providing excellent patient care and customer service, and about your ongoing professional development. This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For information please refer to the WWC website at: At North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) we strive to reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. We support a culture of equity, inclusion and belonging and encourage applicants who align with these values to apply. What We Offer In addition to a competitive salary, NMHS provides a range of benefits, including: Salary packaging to reduce taxable income Career development opportunities Discounted public transport Fitness Passport Diverse and inclusive culture Professional and location-based allowances We think you’ll like it here. Watch the employee video to hear from our team. How to Apply Applicants are encouraged to apply online at Allow time to complete the online application and attach documentation. For assistance during business hours, contact Employee Services on . Your application should include: A Cover Letter (max 2 pages) explaining why you are applying and providing examples related to patient care and teamwork. A Detailed Resume outlining qualifications, capabilities and relevant experience. Two references (one preferably from a recent clinical supervisor). During application, you will be asked to indicate preferences for scope (Dental Therapy and/or Dental Hygiene), location (Metropolitan Perth or Regional WA), and hours (whole days, minimum 2 days per week). Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed-term appointments require documentary evidence of entitlement to live and work in Australia for the contract period. NMHS fosters equity and inclusion and encourages applicants who share our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care. NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. We welcome applicants with a disability and will provide reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require access or adjustments during the recruitment process, contact NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at Lodgement is system generated. Submissions after 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. We look forward to receiving your application. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Part-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr