Calling all Senior Oral Health Therapist and Senior Dental Therapists!

Our close-knit Biloela team are seeking a new member to join the team permanently! You will provide clinical and health promotional leadership, management and expertise, while ensuring a high standard of oral health care is provided to all eligible clients of the Oral Health Service. Biloela reaches into the country side and out across the region, taking you to all the places you want to see. However, close to home, you’ll find fabulous things to see and do.

If you have a passion for promoting oral health at an individual and community level, then join the team today!

Job details

About us:

Central Queensland (CQ) Oral Health Services strives to provide evidence based dental treatment and promotion to our eligible clientele and to maintain a fair and equitable wait list for the members of our community whilst maintaining a supportive work environment for staff.

Oral Health Service comprises of eleven adult clinics based within the geographical boundaries of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Services, including: Rockhampton, Capricorn Coast, Gladstone, Emerald, Springsure, Blackwater, Moura, Biloela, Mount Morgan, Woorabinda and Capricornia Correctional Centre.

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About the role:

• Demonstrate seniority through clinical leadership of dental therapy and dental hygiene practice by providing high level clinical duties of an oral health therapist in accordance with the requirements of the Dental Board of Australia.
• Actively contribute to the oral health promotion of clients and individuals.
• Be actively involved in clinical research and/or professional development activities for Dental and Oral Health Therapists.
• Provide high level communication to clients, staff within your team, across district, management and across the state where required.

About you:

Possession of a Bachelor of Oral Health (or equivalent) and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Possession of a Certificate in Dental Therapy (or equivalent) and registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

• Radiation Use Licence issued under the Radiation Safety Act 1999, with an appropriate authority.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $99,384 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $64.64 - $69.55 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) BA5E638802

Applications close: Thursday 5 June 2025

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Further information

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• BA5E638802 - Senior Oral Health Therapist (PDF, 443KB)
  Role Description
  
  BA5E638802 - Senior Dental Therapist (PDF, 441KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants