Dental officer Level 2

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 152,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Dental Officer Level 2 for the Oral Health-Special Needs Clinic. The role requires registration with AHPRA, at least two years of post-graduate dentistry experience, and competence to work with minimal supervision.

Salary ranges from $152,367 to $160,548 per annum plus superannuation. The position is full-time with 38 hours per week, located at the Oral Health-Special Needs Dental Clinic, SESLHD. Applications close 19 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Dentist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Minimum of two years post‑graduate dentistry experience.
• Successful completion of the Dental Officers Skills Assessment for Level 1 to Level 2.
• Excellent oral and written communication, able to liaise with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality oral health clinical services to eligible clients within SESLHD.
• Provide oral health education as part of clinical care.
• Exercise independent professional judgement on routine clinical matters.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Population health

Quality improvement

Clinical research

Continuing education

Travelling within SESLHD

Education

Dentist degree (AHPRA)

Job description

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time

Position Classification:Dental Officer Level 2

Remuneration:$152,367.00 - $160,548.00 Per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week:38

Location:Oral Health-Special Needs Dental Clinic

Applications close: Monday 19 October 2026

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

To deliver high quality oral health clinical services, including oral health education, to eligible clients in South Eastern Sydney Local Health District. Clinicians at this level are competent and independent, have at least 2 years clinical experience and work under minimal professional supervision, exercising independent professional judgement on routine clinical matters.

Benefits:

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.
• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance.

• Current registration as a Dentist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• A minimum of two years post‑graduate experience in the practice of dentistry and a demonstrated ability to exercise independent professional judgment.
• Successful completion of the Dental Officers Skills Assessment set by the Centre for Oral Health Strategy. This applies to Dental Officers progressing from Level 1 to Level 2.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with a range of individuals including the general public.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a preventive / population health approach to patient care.
• Willingness to participate in quality improvement activities and participate in clinical research activities as required.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development.
• Ability and willingness to travel for work purposes within SESLHD.

Information For Applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directiveOccupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor all positions prior to offer
• We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support(***************@health.nsw.gov.au)and for additional information please visit ourStepping Up Website

Reasonable Adjustments

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email ***************@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

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