Dental Officer

This position will also attract the NSW Dental Officer Rural Incentive Scheme (DORIS) equivalent to $20,000 per annum ($10.09 per hour).

Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly – so apply today!

To be considered for interview, candidates must address the Selection Criteria in the Position Description.

Employment Type:  Temporary Full Time (from Jan 2024 – 21 Dec 2025)
Position Classification:  Dental Officer Level 1 / 2
Remuneration: $50.21  - $72.33 ph (plus super)
Hours per week:  38
Location: Dubbo

 Dental Officer -
Dubbo Community Dental Clinic

About the role:
Looking for great career experience in your first job or a change of scene?

We have outstanding opportunities for new graduate or experienced Dental Officers with a genuine interest in working in Dubbo. You will be provided with tailored mentoring and support to develop and build on your clinical skills. Applicants should contact the contact person for more specific information about the opportunities when applying

The Oral Health Service in Western NSW Local Health District provides free dental care to eligible patients in Western NSW and has a supportive and friendly culture. 


The NSW Dental Officer Rural Incentive Scheme (DORIS) equivalent to $20,000 per annum ($10.09 per hour).

All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position.  This is a targeted position in accordance with Western NSW LHD Aboriginal Workforce Affirmative Action Framework.

Where you’ll be working:  
- Dubbo

The Oral Health Service in Western NSW Local Health District has a supportive and friendly culture. Our modern and well-equipped clinics are staffed with committed professionals who love what they do.

Western NSW is rich in Aboriginal culture, and home to beautiful country landscapes, fine regional art galleries, an internationally renowned wildlife sanctuary, tranquil national parks, breathtaking views, friendly towns, outdoor adventures and untouched natural wonders. The region is abundant in lush family-owned farms and organic local produce, and host to some of the best wineries and award winning restaurants in Australia. 

Western NSW Local Health District. For more information on living and working in our beautiful region, visit our website Western NSW Health Careers.

About us:
WNSWLHD is the largest employer in the region, with over 7,700 dedicated staff working across 3 major rural referral hospitals, 50 community health centres, numerous corporate and executive offices and 38 inpatient facilities – which include 25 multipurpose services and 4 district health services.

We are committed to building a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging, by recognising and valuing the skills and strengths each person can bring to our organisation. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse groups.

Some of the benefits of working with us include:

·        Genuine support in an inclusive, compassionate and caring team environment.

·        Interesting and challenging work that will bring your purpose to life, broaden your scope and fast track your career. 

·        Greater autonomy and responsibility to reach your full potential.

·        Opportunities to make an impact and shape the future of rural health through involvement in projects, innovations and research.

·        Opportunities for learning and development, including access to a mentoring program and in-house training with our Organisational Development Unit and eLearning system.

·        Access to Salary Packaging to save tax, Fitness Passport and free & confidential counselling services.