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Oral Health Therapist
Toowoomba
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP3 |
| Workplace Location | Toowoomba region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/DD2607686771 |
| Closing date | 06-Aug-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Debra McKenzie |
| Contact details | 0438 968 867 Access the National Relay Service |
What your day could look like
As an Oral Health Therapist, you'll play an important role in improving oral health outcomes for individuals and families across the region. From delivering person-centred care to supporting prevention and education initiatives, you'll work with a collaborative team to create healthier communities and positive patient experiences.
Every day, you'll contribute by:
- Delivering evidence-based oral health care that supports prevention, treatment and long-term wellbeing.
- Working closely with colleagues, patients and families to achieve safe, high-quality care outcomes.
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance service quality and patient experience.
- Sharing knowledge, mentoring developing team members and contributing to a positive learning culture.
Let's talk about you!
You're someone who combines clinical capability with genuine care for people. You communicate confidently, build trust quickly and take pride in helping patients achieve better health outcomes. Guided by compassion, integrity and dignity, you bring a thoughtful approach to your work while embracing opportunities to learn, contribute ideas and support those around you. You'll feel proud knowing your work helps create healthier smiles, stronger communities and positive experiences for every patient you meet.
Here's what will help you thrive in this role:
- Qualification in Oral Health Therapy and current professional registration.
- Ability to deliver high-quality oral health services within scope of practice.
- Strong communication, organisation and time-management skills.
- A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous learning and service improvement.
You'll stand out from the crowd if you have experience supporting health promotion initiatives, mentoring others, or working across diverse community settings.
Above all, you'll bring the values we live by: Compassion, Integrity, Dignity, Innovation and Courage.
Together, you'll help deliver exceptional oral health care that strengthens wellbeing across the Darling Downs community.
Why Join Darling Downs Health?
At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference – and the career possibilities are endless.
Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.
Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region.
Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:
- Maximise your take‑home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlements.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and variety.
- Access professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathways.
- Be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration.
- Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport.
For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health Benefits
Your future is here. Where are you?
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Click “Apply Now” to submit your application and upload the requested documents.
Find out more about us!
Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:
www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns
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Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
We’re building a welcoming, inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected and supported.
Before you apply, please take a moment to read the attached documents to learn about the role and process.
Documents
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