Oral Health Therapist (ORTHO)

AB Health Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate $70

Relocation bonus or electric vehicle

Job summary

AB Health Group partners with a specialist orthodontic practice in Warrnambool, Victoria, to recruit a passionate Oral Health Therapist. The role offers $70 per hour, with relocation bonus or electric vehicle, and a path to full-time hours by securing additional days at another clinic.

The successful candidate will join a dedicated clinical team, perform orthodontic tasks, educate patients, and help maintain high infection control standards in a supportive coastal community.

Qualifications

• Qualified Oral Health Therapist with current registration.
• Strong communication and patient care skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with orthodontic treatment and patient management within scope.
• Take digital scans, impressions and radiographs.
• Fit, adjust and remove orthodontic appliances as directed.
• Monitor oral hygiene during treatment.
• Educate patients on care for braces and aligners.
• Deliver exceptional patient care and build strong patient relationships.
• Support efficient clinical workflows and infection control standards.

Skills

Oral Health Therapy

Communication

Infection control

Patient care

Education

Qualified in Oral Health Therapy

Job description

Ready for a Sea Change? An Exceptional OHT Opportunity Awaits!

Are you an Oral Health Therapist looking for a rewarding clinical opportunity, excellent remuneration and a better work-life balance?

AB Health Group is partnering with a well-established specialist orthodontic practice in beautiful Warrnambool, Victoria, to recruit a passionate Oral Health Therapist.

Offering $70 per hour, an electric vehicle, or a $10,000 relocation bonus, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in orthodontics while enjoying everything coastal Victoria has to offer.

Only looking for full-time employment? Don't rule this opportunity out!

While this position offers two days per week, AB Health Group will assist the successful candidate in securing additional working days at another dental clinic in Warrnambool, helping you work towards full-time hours.

What's on Offer?

• $70 per hour
• $10,000 relocation bonus OR electric vehicle

Thursday night accommodation is paid for if you only want the 2-day role

• Permanent part-time position - Thursday and Friday
• Assistance securing additional employment locally to achieve full-time hours
• Additional financial incentives negotiable for the right candidate
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced Specialist Orthodontist
• Supportive, collaborative and professional clinical environment
• Opportunity to develop and expand your orthodontic skills
• Fantastic coastal lifestyle with excellent work-life balance

About the Role

You'll join an established orthodontic practice providing high-quality care to children, adolescents and adults undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Working closely with the Specialist Orthodontist and clinical team, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with orthodontic treatment and patient management within your scope of practice
• Taking digital scans, impressions and radiographs
• Fitting, adjusting and removing orthodontic appliances as directed
• Monitoring oral hygiene throughout orthodontic treatment
• Educating patients on caring for braces, aligners and orthodontic appliances
• Delivering exceptional patient care and building strong patient relationships
• Supporting efficient clinical workflows and maintaining excellent infection control standards

About You

We're looking for an enthusiastic Oral Health Therapist who enjoys patient interaction, takes pride in delivering exceptional care and is interested in orthodontics.

To be successful, you'll have:

• A recognised qualification in Oral Health Therapy
• Current AHPRA registration as an Oral Health Therapist
• Strong communication and patient care skills
• A collaborative, positive and professional approach
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• An interest in orthodontics and ongoing clinical development

Why Warrnambool?

Imagine finishing work and heading to the beach instead of sitting in traffic!

Located along Victoria's spectacular southwest coast, Warrnambool offers beautiful beaches, a thriving café and restaurant scene, a welcoming community and a relaxed lifestyle.

Whether you're considering relocating from Melbourne, interstate or simply looking for a fresh start, this opportunity offers an attractive combination of career development, financial incentives and lifestyle benefits.

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