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Dental Officer

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District View all jobs

Nepean Blue Mountains, NSW
Temporary
Dental Assistant
AUD 56 - 72 per hour

Posted 1 hour(s) ago

Reference: 2425379


Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time (Up until 22/12/2027)
Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 1
Location: Nepean Hospital
Remuneration: $56.21 - $72.71 per hour
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ694763
Applications Close: 27/10/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us
Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Region.

Our District’s Oral Health (Dental) services are provided to eligible patients at the following locations: Nepean Centre for Oral Health, Blue Mountains Hospital Dental Clinic, Hawkesbury Dental Clinic, and the Lithgow Hospital Dental Clinic. The team offers public dental services including diagnosis, restorative and preventative treatments, pain relief and dentures.

Join the dedicated Oral Health team at Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District and play a vital role in improving the oral health and wellbeing of our community. As a Dental Officer, you will provide high-quality general dental care to eligible patients and residents across the district, delivering safe, effective and patient-centered treatment within a supportive public health environment.

In this role, you will be responsible for diagnosing and managing a broad range of oral health conditions while promoting preventive care and positive oral health outcomes. You will work closely with patients to provide education and advice that supports lifelong oral health, empowering individuals and families to make informed decisions about their dental care.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference through high-quality oral health services and enjoy working in a dynamic and rewarding healthcare setting, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

  • Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees

  • Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

  • Novated Leasing

  • Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year

  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

  • Fitness Passport

What you will bring to the role

  1. Current registration as a Dentist, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA).
  2. Demonstrated sound clinical assessment, diagnostic and treatment skills, with the ability to provide safe, evidence based dental care.
  3. Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with a range of individuals including the general public, carers, multidisciplinary team members and other stakeholders.
  4. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a preventive / population health approach to patient care.
  5. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team within a public health environment.
  6. Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development, clinical excellence and lifelong learning.

Additional information:

  • Click here for the Position Description
  • For role related queries or questions contact Albert Yaacoub on [email protected]
  • NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
  • NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards
  • For assistance with applying please click here. To find out more about the NSW Health application process please click here.
  • Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.

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