Oral Health Therapist

My Local Dentists; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed 3-Day roster

Direct collaboration with Principal/DP

Friendly team environment

General & preventive focus

Make a difference in children's oral健康

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

My Local Dentists Northmead invites a friendly Oral Health Therapist to join a 3-day-per-week roster, focusing on preventive and pediatric dentistry.

You will work closely with the Principal Dentist to deliver general and preventive care, educate families, and create positive dental experiences in a supportive team.

This role offers stable hours and a patient-centered practice dedicated to quality care.

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications: AHPRA registration as an Oral Health Therapist.
• Interest in paediatric dentistry and child care.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and adult patients.

Responsibilities

• General and preventive dentistry: scaling, cleaning, periodontal maintenance, exams and prevention.
• Paediatric dentistry: treating children to make visits enjoyable and comfortable.
• Collaborate with Principal Dentist to support exams and ensure appropriate care.
• Educate patients and families about oral hygiene and prevention.
• Create positive dental experiences for nervous patients and children.
• Work with the dental team to ensure efficient workflows and welcoming patient experiences.

Skills

Great with kids

Patient-focused

Team player

Friendly & communicative

Reliable & professional

Prevention-focused

Education

AHPRA registration as Oral Health Therapist

Job description

My Local DentistsNorthmead | 3 Days per Week

If you enjoy helping patients achieve healthier smiles, building lasting relationships and making dental visits a positive experience for children and adults alike, this opportunity could be for you!

At [Clinic Name], we believe great dentistry starts with preventive care, patient education and a comfortable experience for every patient. We are looking for a friendly, motivated and patient-focused Oral Health Therapist to join our team and work closely with our Principal Dentist.

This role is ideal for an OHT who enjoys general and preventive dentistry, has a genuine interest in treating children, and wants to be part of a supportive team focused on quality patient care.

Your regular working days will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday every week, providing a consistent and predictable roster.

Oral Health Therapist

My Local DentistsNorthmead | 3 Days per Week

If you enjoy helping patients achieve healthier smiles, building lasting relationships and making dental visits a positive experience for children and adults alike, this opportunity could be for you!

At [Clinic Name], we believe great dentistry starts with preventive care, patient education and a comfortable experience for every patient. We are looking for a friendly, motivated and patient-focused Oral Health Therapist to join our team and work closely with our Principal Dentist.

This role is ideal for an OHT who enjoys general and preventive dentistry, has a genuine interest in treating children, and wants to be part of a supportive team focused on quality patient care.

Your regular working days will be Monday, Wednesday and Friday every week, providing a consistent and predictable roster.

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like

• General & Preventive Dentistry: Provide professional scale and cleans, periodontal maintenance, oral health assessments and preventive treatments within your scope of practice.

• Paediatric Dentistry: Work confidently with children of different ages, making dental visits enjoyable, positive and comfortable. You should have a genuine interest in treating children and helping them develop healthy oral hygiene habits from an early age.

• Working Alongside Our Principal Dentist: Collaborate with the Principal Dentist to support routine examinations, identify oral health concerns and ensure patients receive appropriate care.

• Patient Education That Makes a Difference: Educate children, parents and adult patients about oral hygiene, preventive strategies and maintaining healthy teeth and gums.

• Creating Positive Dental Experiences: Help nervous patients and children feel at ease through patience, empathy and clear communication.

• A Collaborative Clinical Environment: Work closely with the Principal Dentist, dental assistants and reception team to ensure efficient workflows and a welcoming patient experience.

The Real Reward: Building Healthier Smiles

From helping a child feel comfortable in the dental chair for the first time to supporting an adult in improving their gum health, every appointment is an opportunity to make a difference.

We value an Oral Health Therapist who understands that prevention, education and trust are essential to long-term oral health. You will have the opportunity to build strong patient relationships, encourage healthy habits in children and families, and contribute to a positive dental experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

The Mindset We’re Looking For

• Great With Kids: You genuinely enjoy working with children, can engage with them at their level and know how to make dental appointments fun, reassuring and age-appropriate.

• Patient-Focused: You are compassionate, approachable and committed to helping patients improve their oral health.

• A Team Player: You enjoy working collaboratively with the Principal Dentist and the wider dental team.

• Friendly & Communicative: You can build rapport with children, parents and adult patients and communicate treatment recommendations clearly.

• Reliable & Professional: You take pride in your clinical work, maintain accurate records and follow appropriate clinical and infection-control standards.

• Passionate About Prevention: You understand the importance of early intervention, oral health education and preventive dental care.

Essential requirements:

• Relevant qualifications and current AHPRA registration as an Oral Health Therapist.

• A genuine interest in paediatric dentistry and providing oral health care to children.

• The ability to communicate effectively with children, parents and adult patients.

What We Offer

• A Fixed 3-Day Roster: Work every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, with a consistent weekly schedule.

• Direct Collaboration With Our Principal Dentist: Work in a supportive environment with opportunities to discuss patient care and seek clinical guidance.

• A Friendly Team Environment: Join a team that values collaboration, respectful communication and quality patient care.

• A Focus on General & Preventive Dentistry: Concentrate on routine oral health services, periodontal maintenance and patient education rather than complex cosmetic or full-mouth rehabilitation cases.

• The Opportunity to Make a Difference: Help children develop positive dental habits while supporting the oral health of patients across all age groups.

• Competitive Remuneration: A package commensurate with your experience, qualifications and employment arrangement.

Ready to Join Our Team?

If you are a caring and enthusiastic Oral Health Therapist who enjoys general dentistry, loves working with children and wants to work alongside an experienced Principal Dentist, we would love to hear from you.

We look forward to welcoming the right person to our team!