Oral Health Therapist

Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District
Reference number

REQ671236

Occupation

Dental/Oral Health Therapist

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Wollongong & The South Coast

Salary Information

$76364 - $89232

Closing date

05 July 2026 at 11:59pm

Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality preventative dentistry and the promotion of good oral health for residents of the Illawarra Shoalhaven.

$76,364 - $89,232 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Dapto Health One | REQ671236

| Grade: Oral Health Therapist Level 1/2

| Applications close: Sunday 5 July, 2026

Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.

To ensure a high standard of Oral Health care to eligible patients of Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District by providing a professional level of service to patients, and by exercising clinical expertise and judgement commensurate with scope of practice of an experienced Oral Health Therapist Level 1/2.

This includes but is not limited to delivering relevant oral health education advice to all patients within the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

This is a permanent full time position (38 hours per week, Monday to Friday), based at Dapto. Oral Health Therapists with ageless scope of practice will have a preferred advantage.

New Graduates welcome to apply.

For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.

A little about us.

From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

ISLHD operates seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.

Benefits of working with ISLHD.

We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:

- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)

- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay

- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)

- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families

• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities

Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:

• Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Oral Health Therapy qualification eligible for registration as an Oral Health Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (APHRA) and the Dental Board of NSW.
• Current NSW Drivers licence Class C (or equivalent) and ability and willingness to travel for work purposes. This may involve driving relatively long distances within the local health district.

ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse. Need more information or help applying?

• Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
• Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
• Visit The Welcome Experience website here. The Welcome Experience is a free service supporting essential workers (and their families) who are considering applying for or have accepted a job in regional NSW.
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• For role-related queries or help applying, contact Lynne.Brissett at ***email_hidden***

ISLHD acknowledges that our health district is located on the unceded lands of the Aboriginal people who are the Traditional Custodians of the NSW South Coast.