Clinical Coordinator - Orthodontics (Senior Dental Officer Level 3)

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 3,200 - 3,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly Accrued Day Off

Public holiday during Xmas

Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave

Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing

Upskill courses & coaching

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

NSW Health, Sydney Dental Hospital, is seeking a Clinical Coordinator – Orthodontics (Senior Dental Officer Level 3) to lead clinical functions and improve access to orthodontic care. The role is a temporary full-time position, 38 hours per week, up to November 2027, with potential extension, located in Sydney.

The ideal candidate holds AHPRA registration and brings advanced skills in complex dentistry with a focus on orthodontics and public dentistry, plus experience in quality improvement and

Qualifications

• Registration with AHPRA and current registration.
• Demonstrated advanced skills in independently managing complex general dentistry, with a particular interest in orthodontics.
• Experience in quality improvement or service redesign including implementing care pathways or skills-mix models with clinical governance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the clinical functions of the Orthodontics department.
• Support patient progression and efficient use of clinical capacity.
• Implement skills-mix models of care to improve access and reduce delays to orthodontic treatment.

Skills

Orthodontics

Public dentistry

Quality improvement

Job description

Clinical Coordinator - Orthodontics (Senior Dental Officer Level 3)

Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time; 38 hours per week up to November 2027 with possibility of extension
Position Classification:Dental Officer Level 3
Remuneration:$3,247.82 - $3,404.75 per annum + Superannuation
Location: Sydney Dental Hospital
Requisition ID:REQ698753

About the Role

Sydney Dental Hospital (SDH) has been serving the local community since 1904. The Hospital is a centre of excellence and throughout its history has been a key driver in shaping oral health and dental care in Australia.
In this position you will work closely as part of the clinical team in Orthodontics, coordinating the clinical functions of the department. The position supports patient progression, efficient use of clinical capacity and implementation of appropriate skills-mix models of care to improve access and reduce delays to orthodontic treatment.
For more information, please view the Position Description

Ideal Candidate

• Regulation Agency (AHPRA), and current registration.
• Demonstrated advanced skills in independently managing complex general dentistry, with a particular interest in orthodontics and public dentistry.
• Demonstrated experience in quality improvement or service redesign, including implementing and evaluating care pathways or skills-mix models with appropriate clinical governance.

Benefits and Perks

• Monthly Accrued Day Off
• Additional Public Holiday during Xmas for celebrations!
• Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading
• Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging, Novated Leasing & Meal Entertainment allowance, visit SalaryPackagingPlus
• Upskill with free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) confidential counselling for staff and their families

Discounted Fitness Passport membership and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.

For more information, visit SLHD Benefits

This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health

This is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy(PD2026_004).

SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.

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For enquiries, please contact Alexander Holden via email at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 9 November 2026

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