Oral Health Therapist

Coastal Dental Care; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

HERO Points rewards and Cashback

Dental discounts for you and your fami

EAP program

Annual Awards Ceremony

Employee referral program

Job summary

Coastal Dental Care Runaway Bay is seeking a casual Oral Health Therapist for a Saturday shift, 8am to 1pm, with potential for extra shifts during leave or busy periods. You will perform assessments, preventive and periodontal care, radiographs, and patient education within your scope, collaborating with dentists and dental staff to ensure smooth daily operations.

The role requires a Bachelor of Oral Health, unrestricted AHPRA registration, and professional indemnity insurance, plus a commitment

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Oral Health (or equivalent)
• Current AHPRA registration (unrestricted)
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Strong communication skills and a patient-first approach
• Commitment to maintaining CPD hours

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and deliver preventive and periodontal care within scope
• Provide restorative and therapy treatment within scope
• Provide oral health education to support long-term patient outcomes
• Take radiographs to support accurate diagnosis
• Exercise clinical judgement and refer to a dentist when outside scope
• Work closely with dentists, dental assistants, and reception to keep the day running smoothly for patients

Skills

Communication skills

Patient-first approach

Education

Bachelor of Oral Health

Tools

Dental for Windows (D4W)

Job description

Coastal Dental Care Runaway Bay is co-owned and led by our principal dentist, Dr Will Dear, right in Runaway Bay Centre. We're part of a dentist-owned network of 18 practices across the Gold Coast, but each practice runs like your local: close relationships with patients and a team that actually knows each other.

About the role

We need a casual Oral Health Therapist to cover our Saturday shift, 8am to 1pm, at Runaway Bay. There may be scope for extra shifts covering leave or busy periods, depending on your availability. You'll work to your full scope of practice and get to know our regular Saturday patients, so their care stays consistent week to week.

What you’ll be doing

• Conducting clinical assessments and delivering preventive and periodontal care within your scope of practice
• Provide restorative and therapy treatment within scope
• Providing oral health education to support long-term patient outcomes
• Taking radiographs to support accurate diagnosis
• Exercising clinical judgement, including referring to a dentist when treatment sits outside your scope
• Working closely with dentists, dental assistants, and reception to keep the day running smoothly for patients

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor of Oral Health (or equivalent)
• Current AHPRA registration (unrestricted)
• Relevant professional indemnity insurance
• Strong communication skills and a patient-first approach
• Commitment to maintaining CPD hours

Preferred

• Available most Saturdays on an ongoing casual basis
• Radiation licence, or willing to obtain one
• Familiarity with Dental for Windows (D4W)
• Employment Hero perks platform, including HERO Points recognition rewards, cashback and gift cards
• Dental discounts for you and your family
• Confidential support through our EAP program, whenever you need it
• Employee referral program, plus recognition through our Annual Awards Ceremony
• A close-knit local team backed by our wider Gold Coast network

Company Overview

Coastal Dental Care is redefining dental care along the beautiful coastline of South East Queensland and Northern NSW. With a network of state-of-the- Coastal Dental Care has become a trusted name for families seeking top-notch dental services. Our clinics, situated in picturesque locations across the Gold Coast and other coastal locations, offer an unparalleled blend of professional expertise and a relaxing, friendly atmosphere. What sets Coastal Dental Care apart is our commitment to excellence. Our team of highly skilled dentists and hygienists are not just experts in their field; they're passionate about creating a positive and comforting experience for every patient. From routine check-ups to advanced procedures, they utilise the latest technology and techniques, ensuring effective and efficient treatments all the time.