Job Description
Oral Health Therapist - Level 1/ 2 (Incentives Offered)
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*This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).
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Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
n Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist - Level 1/ 2
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Remuneration:$79,******
- $113,****** per annum, pro rata(+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
n Hours Per Week:up to 32
n Requisition ID:REQ******
n Location: Location Negotiable - with ability and willingness to travel to Young Dental Clinic
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Are you a talented Oral Health Therapist looking to make a significant impact within regional communities?
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About the role:
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Murrumbidgee Local Health District are looking for an Oral Health Therapist who holds a passion for preventative dentistry takes a patient centred approach to their work.
n As the OHT you will get the chance to travel within the district providing outreach services such as Primary School Mobile Dental Service, Aged Care and Multicultural Dental Services.
n As the OHT, you will be responsible for:
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Providing evidence based clinical care to patients, to result in quality care and a contemporary approach to dental procedures and patient care.
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Delivering oral health promotion and preventative programs
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Utilising clinical tools, equipment and applications
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Maintaining accurate and appropriate clinical records, including paper based and electronic records
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Communicating with patients/carers ensuring consistent care and maximised health outcomes
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What MLHD offer:
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At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job - we offer the chance to make a real difference.
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Meaningful Impact - Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
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Adaptable Working Arrangements - Designed to support work-life balance, aligned with NSW Health policy.
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Generous Salary Packaging - Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
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Professional Development - Take advantage of ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
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Health & Wellbeing Support - Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
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Incentives Offered - Up to $10,000 sign on incentive, and up to $5,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).
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Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
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Sound clinical and diagnostic skills
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Understanding of and commitment to a
preventative/population
health approach to patient care.
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Evidence of continued professional development in evidence-based dentistry.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively and sensitively with a wide range of individuals.
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Ability to work collaboratively as part of the team.
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Current Class C driver's license with ability and willingness to travel for work purposes
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For role related queries or questions contact Heidi Fischer - Dental Therapist on
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for a confidential chat.
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MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
n We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
n If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.
n This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements is outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

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