Oral Health Therapist
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- Oral Health Therapist
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- Western NSW Local Health District
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- REQ651027 Requisition #
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Oral Health Therapist Level 1/2
Remuneration: $76,364.08- $108,943.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Cowra, NSW – Find out more
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 8 April 2026, 11:59pm
Oral Health Therapist
Cowra Dental Clinic
About the role
If you are looking for great career experience in your first job or a change of scene, this position is an outstanding opportunity for a new graduate or experienced Oral Health Therapist with a genuine interest in working in Western NSW. You will be provided with tailored mentoring and support to develop and build on your clinical skills.
The Oral Health Service in Western NSW Local Health District has a supportive and friendly culture. It is staffed with committed professionals who love what they do.
Join our growing dental team at Cowra Hospital. In January our dental team relocated into their brand new 5 chair clinic, fitted with the latest dental chairs and equipment. In this role you will have the opportunity to utilise your full scope of practice as an oral health therapist, including delivery of outreach services and school-based programs.
Cowra is a thriving community only a few hours’ drive from Sydney. Find the perfect work life balance in a beautiful setting.
Hours 8.00am – 5.00pm / 9 day fortnight.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
Helping you move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections. Find out more at The Welcome Experience
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health. To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To apply for this role:
· Click ‘Apply’
· Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
· Upload your current resume
· Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Karen Banks on (02) 68 507 314 or at karen.banks@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
· All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position. This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26. Where possible, affirmative action will be applied to support employment of eligible persons.
· This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
· Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant’s needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
· Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
· Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
· To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
· For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
