Oral Health Therapist Level 1 / 2 - Department of Oral Medicine & Special Needs Dentistry
Deliver specialised care for patients with complex oral health needs
Join a leading specialist dental and teaching facility in Western Sydney
Build your career in a collaborative multidisciplinary healthcare team
Deliver exceptional oral healthcare, educate patients and build healthier communities while supporting people with complex needs in a leading specialist dental service.
Employment Type:Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist Level 1 / Level 2
Remuneration: $79,419 - $113,301 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location:Westmead
Where you'll be working
Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), where we are committed to delivering better health services for western Sydney and beyond. Based within the Department of Oral Medicine and Special Needs Dentistry at the Westmead Centre for Oral Health, you'll become part of one of NSW's leading specialist dental facilities, providing high-quality, patient-centred care to people with diverse and complex oral health needs.
Working alongside experienced clinicians in a supportive multidisciplinary environment, you'll have the opportunity to develop your expertise while contributing to education, innovation and improved health outcomes for the community.
Work at one of NSW's largest specialist oral health and teaching facilities.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across Special Care Dentistry, Paediatric Dentistry and Oral Restorative Sciences.
Be part of a key teaching facility for the University of Sydney's Faculty of Dentistry.
Deliver care using modern clinical facilities and advanced patient care technology.
Thrive in a culture that values Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
The role is based in the Department of Special Care Dentistry at the Westmead Centre for Oral Health, but requires flexibility and the capacity to work collaboratively across services within the facility, including a willingness to undertake clinics in other departments such as Paediatric Dentistry and Oral Restorative Sciences as required.
What you'll be doing
As an Oral Health Therapist, you'll provide high-quality, evidence-based oral healthcare to eligible patients across Western Sydney Local Health District, with a particular focus on supporting people living with disability, complex medical conditions and additional support needs. Working both independently and collaboratively, you'll help improve oral health outcomes through prevention, education and comprehensive patient care while contributing to service development and clinical excellence.
Deliver comprehensive oral examinations, preventative care, treatment planning and oral health education.
Provide compassionate care for patients across all age groups, including those with complex medical and additional support needs.
Collaborate with specialists and multidisciplinary teams, referring patients appropriately and supporting coordinated care.
Participate in oral health promotion, quality improvement initiatives, clinical research and continuous professional development.
Support departmental operations through administrative responsibilities, including coordination of the Pre-Anaesthetic Clinic, undergraduate student placements and service-wide collaboration as required.
Ready to make a difference?
Join a team where your expertise will improve lives, support vulnerable communities and shape the future of oral healthcare. Apply today and discover how a career with Western Sydney Local Health District can help you grow, belong and make a meaningful impact every day.
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 or both the registrations of Dental Therapist and Dental Hygienist
Selection Criteria:
Demonstrated sound clinical and diagnostic skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with a range of individuals including the general public.
A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a preventative / population health approach to patient care.
A demonstrated ability to work within a large team and independently under minimal professional supervision.
A demonstrated commitment to continuing education.
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Demonstrated oral health therapy clinical experience.
Requisition ID: REQ668831
Applications Close: 10th August 2026
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For inquiries about the role, contact Nathalie Lee on [email protected]
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
