Dental Therapist Recruitment Drive 2026 to SA Dental

SA Health to Statewide Clinical Support Services

Adelaide SA

Dental (Healthcare and Medical)

Full time

71,217, 106,330 pa + super + salary packaging

Oral Health

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Central Adelaide Local Health Network | Dental Therapist Recruitment Drive 2026- SA Dental

Dental Therapist Positions Available: Multiple Full Time and Part Time, Permanent. Metropolitan and regional locations

Salary

AHP1 to 71,217 to 86,983 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Advantages

AHP2 to 91,785 to 106,330 p.a. (pro rata) + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits

Join the SA Dental Team to A Rewarding Career in Dentistry

Are you a Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist looking to make a real difference in the lives of others? SA Dental is actively seeking talented Dental Therapist’s to join one of our teams.We have multiple positions available in both metropolitan and regional locations, both full time and part time permanent.

As a member of our team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality general and emergency dental care to children. You will assess and treat a wide range of dental issues, referring patients to other dental professionals for care outside of your defined scope of practice. Working in a collaborative environment, you will be supported to develop further in your role. For experienced practitioners you will have the opportunity to guide and mentor fellow dental professionals, and for those interested, there may even be opportunities to supervise undergraduate students.

You’ll experience true job satisfaction by making a lasting impact on the oral health of children and for practitioners with adult scope, you may also have the opportunity to provide dental care for adults.



You will be able to enjoy a supportive environment and a healthy work-life balance.

Key Requirements:

Registration or eligibility to register as a Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist with the Dental Board of Australia.

High level of clinical competence in general and emergency dental care.

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge and understanding of the Dental Board of Australia policies, codes, and standards.

What we offer

Regional Incentives: Successful applicants interested in working in one of SA Dental’s country clinics may be eligible for regional incentives up to 5,900 per annum, depending on location and conditions, in line with the Allied Health Professionals, Assistants and Psychologists Enterprise Agreement 2025.

Clinicians' Early Development Program (CEDP): Designed specifically for early-career dentists through structured transition from university to clinical practice and mentoring from experienced clinicians

Salary Packaging: Access flexible salary packaging, including up to 9,010 per year for living expenses (e.g. rent, mortgage, utilities, groceries) plus an extra 2,650 for meals and entertainment.

Relocation Support: Up to 10,000 reimbursement for approved relocation costs for eligible applicants moving to SA Dental.

Professional Development: Reimbursement for eligible training and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.

Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport (discounted fitness programs for you and your family) and an annual flu vaccination.

Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services available for you and your family

Enquiries to:

Name: SA Dental Recruitment Team

Application Closing Date 11:55 pm Thursday 31 December 2026

Posted: 19-08-2026

Salary: 71,217, 106,330 pa

📌 Dental Therapist (Adelaide)
🏢 SA Health to Statewide Clinical Support Services
📍 Adelaide