Western Sydney Local Health District

Reference number

REQ679760

Occupation

Dental/Oral Health Therapist

Work type

Full time

Location

Sydney - Greater West

Salary Information

$121568 - $125507

Closing date

19 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Lead and mentor the next generation of Oral Health Therapists

Work alongside leading universities in a premier teaching facility

Deliver advanced patient care in a specialist oral health service

Lead, mentor and deliver advanced oral healthcare while shaping the future of the profession in one of Australia's leading teaching dental facilities.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist Level 3

Remuneration: $121,568 – $125,507 per annum

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Westmead Centre for Oral Health and other oral health clinics of WSLHD

Where you'll be working

Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), where we're committed to delivering better health services for western Sydney and beyond. Based at the Westmead Centre for Oral Health (WCOH), you'll work in one of NSW's leading public oral health services, providing high-quality general and specialist dental care while supporting the education of future oral health professionals in partnership with the University of Sydney and the University of Newcastle.

- State-wide provider of general, emergency and specialist dental services
- Premier teaching facility for the University of Sydney's Faculty of Dentistry
- Modern clinical environment with advanced patient care and operating facilities
- Collaborative team that values Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment
- Make a meaningful impact on both patient outcomes and student learning

What you'll be doing In this senior clinical leadership role, you'll provide advanced oral health care to patients with complex treatment needs while coordinating and supporting university clinical placements.



You'll combine expert clinical practice with mentoring, leadership and clinical governance to deliver exceptional patient care and an outstanding learning experience for future Oral Health Therapists.

- Deliver comprehensive oral health assessment, treatment planning and care for patients, including those with complex clinical, behavioural and disability-related needs
- Lead and coordinate student clinical placements, providing supervision, mentorship and professional guidance to university-appointed clinical educators and Oral Health Therapy students
- Manage patient care collaboratively, coordinating referrals and working closely with Dental Officers, Specialists and multidisciplinary teams
- Champion high standards of clinical governance, infection prevention, documentation and continuous quality improvement
- Contribute to oral health promotion, research, professional development and service improvement initiatives across the department

Join Us! Bring your expertise, inspire future clinicians and help shape healthier communities with Western Sydney Local Health District. Apply today and discover how your skills can make a lasting difference.

How to Apply

Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Requirements:

Registration: Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as an Oral Health Therapist

Selection Criteria:

- Demonstrated advanced clinical and diagnostic skills.




- Demonstrated skill in the management of patients with medical comorbidities and complex dental needs.
- Mature independent judgement and problem solving skills in a clinical situation.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively with a range of individuals including the general public.
- A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a preventative / population health approach to patient care.
- A demonstrated ability to work independently, and within a large team exercising leadership and mentoring skills.
- A demonstrated commitment to continuing education.

Requisition ID: REQ679760 Applications Close: 19th August 2026

Need more information ?

- about applying for this position.
- Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
- Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
- For inquiries about the role, contact Dr. Raul Taliana on [email protected]

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .

Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

📌 Oral Health Therapist Level 3 - Clinical Co-ordinator (Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney