Dental Officer Level 1

The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 144,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging

Accrued days off

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN) is seeking Paediatric Dental Officers to deliver high-quality oral health care to inpatients and outpatients at Westmead. You will attend clinics and departmental meetings and participate in in-service training under the direction of the Head of the Dental Services Department.

The role includes assisting with clinics, theatre, and emergency lists with flexibility for up to 32 hours per week across two part-time positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality oral health care to inpatients and outpatients, attend clinics and departmental meetings and in-service training as determined by the Head of the Dental services Department.
• Assist with clinics as well as the theatre and emergency lists.

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 31 January 2028 Position Classification: Dental Off Lvl 1 Remuneration: 111459 - 144182 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging) Hours Per Week: up to 32. 2 Part time positions available, 32 hours per week and 16 hours per week Requisition ID: REQ703328 Location: Westmead Applications Close: Midnight on 8 November 2026 For role related queries or questions contact Melissa Potts on [e-mail] At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives. As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What you'll be doing

• The position of Paediatric Dental Officer at The Children's Hospital at Westmead will provide quality oral health care to both inpatients and out-patients, attend clinics and departmental meetings and in-service training as determined by the Head of the Dental services Department.
• The Paediatric Dental Officer will also assist with clinics as well as the theatre and emergency lists.

Additional Benefits (where applicable)

• Flexible work opportunities
• Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
• accrued days off (ADOs)
• fitness passport
• employee assistance program (EAP)

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified. NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement. This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian. Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia. An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail] For technical support please contact 1300 679 367 Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube