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Oral Health Therapist - Senior
Townsville Oral Health Services
Kirwan Health Campus
Townsville Hospital and Health Services are seeking an experienced and client focused Oral Health Therapist - Senior to join the highly skilled Townsville Oral Health Services team.
PLEASE NOTE - This is a permanent full-time role.
The Oral Health Therapist - Senior delivers high quality Oral Health Therapy services within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, at fixed and mobile dental clinics to eligible clients, as an active member of a multidisciplinary team.
This position promotes oral health at an individual, community, and population level within the THHS.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Dentistry |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV637678 |
| Closing date | 03-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent full-time |
| Contact person | Georgia Guglielmucci |
| Contact details | 07 4433 9926 Access the National Relay Service |
Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?
Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.
Our values are:
Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement
About the opportunity:
Position: Oral Health Therapist - Senior
Vacancy: Permanent full-time
Location: Townsville Oral Health Services, Kirwan Health Campus
The Oral Health Therapist - Senior delivers high quality Oral Health Therapy services within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service, at fixed and mobile dental clinics to eligible clients, as an active member of a multidisciplinary team. This position promotes oral health at an individual, community and population level within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.
The Oral Health Therapist - Senior provides leadership in the provision of evidence based dental and oral health therapy practice and education, and support students and less experienced oral health practitioners. This role will facilitate the development and implementation of health promotion and quality improvement activities within the School Dental Service.
Your contributions will be valued and impactful.
Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:
- Salary range: $4912.70 to $5286.40 p.f. (HP4)
- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
- Professional Development allowance and leave
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available
Requirements:
- This position requires the incumbent to possess a minimum Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy or relevant equivalent qualification from a recognised tertiary institution.
- Registration as a Dental Practitioner (Oral Health Therapist) with the Australian Dental Board is required.
- Appointment to this position requires possession of an appropriate Use License issued under the Queensland Radiation Safety Act 1999.
- Drivers Licence: This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
- This is a VPD risk role and the successful applicant will need to meet the necessary mandatory requiements.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession ofproviding exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.
Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.
Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Georgia Guglielmucci on 07 4433 9926
Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV637678
Applications close: Tuesday, 3 June 2025
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
Information Package for Applicants
QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
HP4 Oral Health Therapist - Senior (TSV) 32004119 (Word, 386KB)
Role Description
