Dental Therapist

Dental Therapist / Oral Health Therapist - Early Childhood Dental Program (ECDP) Position No: Pool Ref Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Unit/Directorate: Dental Health Services - Early Childhood Dental Program This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments. We have a number of positions available for an immediate start. This is an ongoing ‘Open Ended’ recruitment process. Appointments may be made from this pool until 31 December 2025. The panel will monitor the pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis. Suitable applicants will be placed in the pool from which appointments may be made, including when similar vacancies within DHS occur. If you love working with young children and want to make a genuine difference in the community, then this role is for you Dental Health Services (DHS) is looking for Dental Therapists / Oral Health Therapists to work within the brand-new Smiling Starts Early Childhood Dental Program for 0-4 year old children in Western Australia. What's on offer In addition to the salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits: Opportunity to travel throughout WA to regional areas - costs covered Professional and location-based allowances 11.5% employer superannuation contribution Generous salary packaging - increasing your take home pay; Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a personal car and associated expenses Access to discounted gym and leisure centre facilities at over 70 locations in Western Australia via Fitness Passport Diverse and inclusive culture Professional development and continuous learning opportunities Should you not be considered current in restorative scope, training may be available. About Dental Health Services DHS is part of the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) and is the largest public dental health services provider in WA, operating state-wide from a network of fixed and mobile clinics, funded by the WA Government. DHS provides the School Dental Service for children aged 5-16 years, General Dental Services to eligible adults with a current health care card or pension concession card, Subsidy Schemes and Special Dental Services. DHS is progressing the operational roll-out and ongoing provision of the Smiling Starts Early Childhood Dental Program. Smiling Starts meets the election commitment made by the WA Government to provide free, community-based and universal child-friendly oral health care, to West Australian children aged 0-4. The goal is to improve the oral health experience for young children and their families throughout WA. About this unique opportunity Our Dental Therapists / Oral Health Therapists (ECDP) provide oral health promotion to the youngest members of our WA Community and their families within Smiling Starts. As part of the new program, Dental Therapists / Oral Health Therapists receive referrals from child health nurses and other networks to provide dental care to eligible patients. This role will also involve: Implementing preventive programs in community groups. Screening and dental care for children where necessary, according to the policies and procedures of DHS. Maintaining patient records and central management records in accordance with DHS policies. Referring patients requiring care beyond the scope of Smiling Starts via the appropriate referral pathway. Supervising and guiding Dental Clinic Assistants and student Dental Assistants. Engaging in continuing professional development/education and ensuring continuous eligibility for relevant dental practitioner registration. Participating in regular peer review and case review meetings. This role reports to the Regional Dental Therapist - ECDP. Travel Possibilities As the Smiling Starts program develops there may be the opportunity to travel to regional areas of Western Australia, with all costs covered. Want to know more about this role? Prior to applying, we strongly encourage you to contact Jetelle Bailye, Senior HR Consultant - The Futures Group on to discuss your suitability for the role and the application process. Ready to join the team? Click the Apply button and attach the following to your application: A Cover Letter (no more than 3 pages) - Use this as an opportunity to introduce yourself and let us know why you are applying for the role. Please provide examples to demonstrate what you would bring to this position (refer to the attached JDF) in particular relating to your ability to work as part of a team. A Detailed Resume - which summarises your qualifications, skills and experience relevant to the role, including the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent Manager. Applicants are required to apply online so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on for immediate assistance during business hours. Eligibility to Apply: Applicants must be eligible for registration as an Oral Health Therapist or Dental Therapist by the Dental Board of Australia. Applicants must have a current “C” or “C.A.” class driver’s license. This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website. Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract. Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community? Are you looking for an organisation that listens to what you have to say, supports flexible working arrangements, health and wellbeing and is focused on engagement and culture? Then look no further. NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of respect, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and care to apply for this role. NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. NMHS upholds the social model of disability. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Jetelle Bailye on . Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 PM on closing date will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. We look forward to receiving your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr