NT Department of Health – Alice Springs NT

Skilled 2 - Remuneration Package Range $109,860 - $130,643
(including salary $92,910 - $110,781)
Oral Health Services
Alice Springs
One full time ongoing vacancy is available

Apply your qualifications in Dental or Oral Health Therapy, knowledge of evidence based clinical practices and techniques, and help improve the lives of Territorians.

NT Health manages the Northern Territory public health system, operating as one system across 5 regions, providing the full spectrum of essential, quality health services, from health promotion to prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and palliative care across the life course.

Oral Health Services operates in urban community dental clinics in Alice Springs provides outreach services to schools-based clinics, and remote health centres. As a Dental /Oral Health Therapist you will provide comprehensive, quality clinical treatment, community education and targeted programs. Clinicians are supported by a chairside dental assistant.

Dental/Oral Health Therapist (P2),

As part of an innovative team, you will be encouraged to provide feedback and actively participate in quality improvement initiatives that support the ongoing development of contemporary oral health practice.

In addition, you will provide clinical and professional supervision, guidance, and support to students and junior staff. Through exemplary leadership, you will foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture and contribute to the delivery of high-quality oral health services.

To be successful, you are required to have a current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Dental Therapist or Oral Heath Therapist, the ability to gain a radiographers permit in the NT and demonstrated knowledge of evidence based clinical practices and techniques.



Demonstrated knowledge of health promotion and primary health care principles and an awareness and understanding of Aboriginal culture is essential.

We understand the challenges in the Territory’s health and community care are unlike anywhere else, but so are the opportunities. In return you will receive a competitive remuneration package inclusive of 11.5% superannuation, 6 weeks annual recreation leave, plus 3 day paid Christmas closedown leave, 3 weeks personal leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible work agreements, real career development opportunities and supported study leave.

Consider the Territory.

Now is an excellent time to make the move to Alice Springs. Located in the heart of Australia, Alice Springs offers a unique outback lifestyle, short commute times, and a strong sense of community. Enjoy an exceptional work–life balance with easy access to some of the country's most iconic natural landscapes, including rugged mountain ranges, dramatic gorges, waterholes, and desert scenery.

Experience breathtaking sunsets, star-filled night skies, and a rich cultural heritage shaped by the traditions and knowledge of the local Aboriginal peoples. Alice Springs is a vibrant and diverse community where people from across Australia and around the world come together to live, work, and connect.

With its welcoming atmosphere, affordable lifestyle, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure, Alice Springs is an ideal place to build your career while enjoying everything the Red Centre has to offer.

For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Emillie Thomasz on ***or ***************@nt.gov.au

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📌 Dental / Oral Health Therapist (Alice Springs)
🏢 NT Department of Health
📍 Alice Springs