MedicalJobsAustralia.com Employment Type: Permanent Full Time Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 2
- 3
Remuneration: $152,367.00 - $177,655.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options) Located in: Cowra, NSW
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Hours Per Week: 38 Applications Close: 5 August 2026, 11:59pm Senior Dental Officer
- Clinic Lead
Oral Health Cowra About the role This is a new role, suitable for a dentist with some clinical experience looking for a career opportunity in leading clinical service provision in a small regional centre, including mentoring of junior clinicians and supervision of students. Working hours
- Monday
- Friday (9 day fortnight
- 76 hours per fortnight)
- DORIS and the Dental Officer Management Allowance Level 2 applies to this position.
The Oral Health Service in Western NSW Local Health District has a supportive and friendly culture. The clinical team includes Dental Officers, Oral Health Therapists, Dental Assistants a Specialist Oral Surgeon and visiting specialists. The Cowra Community Dental Clinic is a modern 5 chair dental clinic in the new Mudgee Health Service.
The position will also service other surrounding outreach locations including Grenfell. The Cowra Community Dental Clinic provides both urgent and comprehensive oral health care to eligible children and this role will expand that service provision to adults. Treatment under general anaesthetic services is also provided at Cowra Health Service.
Opportunities exist for continuing professional development and your expanding clinical skills in general dentistry. To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description Helping you Move to Western NSW The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations.
The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website. To apply for this role: . Click 'Apply' .
Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login . Upload your current resume . Answer the selection criteria Role-related enquiries: Please contact Heather Cameron on 02 6369 8*** or at ***************@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants: . All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position.
This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26.
Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible people. .This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future. .Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace.
Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey. .Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care.
All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government
- Office of Children's Guardian
.Western NSW is committed to creating a secure and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. .To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards .
For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD Click here to Apply now →