Oral Health Therapist - Community Health

Better Health Network; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving community health as an Oral Health Therapist. In this impactful role, you will deliver high-quality oral healthcare in both clinical and outreach settings, including vital services for local schools. Collaborate with a passionate team, mentor less experienced staff, and engage with diverse communities. Enjoy a supportive environment with ongoing professional development opportunities and attractive salary packaging. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of children and families, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

17.5% Loading on annual leave

Attractive salary packaging

Employee Assistance Program

Work life balance friendly leave

Free all day street parking

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in public dental services preferred.
• Strong clinical skills across all areas of scope.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, effective oral healthcare across all age groups.
• Support outreach work including Smile Squad school visits.

Skills

Oral Health Therapy

Clinical Skills

Public Dental Services

Community Engagement

Education

Bachelor of Oral Health

CPR Competency

Victorian Radiation Licence

Tools

Titanium CMS

Job description

Oral Health Therapist – Level 2

Part Time or Full Time Hours | Parkdale Location | Make a Lasting Community Impact

Use your skills to shape healthier smiles – and healthier lives.

Better Health Network (BHN) is looking for a passionate and experienced Oral Health Therapist to join our dedicated dental team in Parkdale. In this community-focused role, you’ll deliver high-quality oral healthcare across both clinic and outreach settings – including the Smile Squad Program, bringing vital dental services to local schools.

This is your chance to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment where your clinical expertise and commitment to public health will make a real difference.

What You'll Do

• Deliver safe, effective oral healthcare across all age groups
• Provide education, preventative treatment, and emergency care
• Support outreach work including Smile Squad school visits
• Collaborate with clinicians and mentor less experienced staff
• Maintain high standards of infection control and clinical records
• Participate in continuous professional development and quality improvement
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor of Oral Health + AHPRA registration
• Victorian Radiation Licence + CPR competency
• Strong clinical skills across all areas of scope
• Experience in public dental services (4+ years preferred)
• Confidence working with diverse communities and complex needs
• Full driver's licence and willingness to travel for outreach
  
  

Bonus if you have

• Extended Adult Scope of Practice
• Experience with Titanium CMS
• Membership with ADOHTA
  
  

What We Offer

• Collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• 17.5% Loading on all annual leave.
• Attractive salary packaging to increase your take-home pay. Salary packaging amount up to $18,550 per annum to use tax free towards mortgage, rent, credit card, school fees and groceries.
• Easy and free all day street parking.
• Networking opportunities across our network and expanding network.
• Employee Assistance Program - support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most.
• Work life balance friendly leave– parental leave, purchased leave & leave loading.
• Working with in a multidisciplinary community health.
  
  

Why Join BHN

At Better Health Network, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking organisation with over 800 employees across 22 locations. BHN is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centered services that promote health and wellbeing for all.

We value Accountability, Collaboration, Respect, and Courage, and we strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse, and LGBTQI+ communities.

Please note that prior to any commencement of employment, pre-employment checks must be complete. These will include reference checking, a national criminal history and right to work check, and a working with children check.

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply now and help shape brighter futures for children and families in our community!

We're actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.

For Further Information, Please Contact

Alison Avery Program Lead Oral Health Parkdale

Email: [e-mail]

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