• Job Description

  Req#: 279820
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  • Lead high-quality oral health care and education across a diverse patient base.
  • Work with cutting-edge facilities and advanced dental technology.
  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth with rotations and team-based care.
  Deliver high-quality oral health care as a Dental Officer with WSLHD. Manage complex cases, ensure patient care & collaborate with senior clinicians.
  Employment Type: 6 x Temporary Full Time (up to 23/01/2026)
  Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 2
  Remuneration: $71.04 - $74.86 per hour
  Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
  Location: Westmead Hospital
  Where you'll be working
  
  Join Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), dedicated to 'better health services for western Sydney and beyond,' serving Auburn, Blacktown, The Hills Shire, Cumberland, and Parramatta LGAs.
  • Westmead Centre for Oral Health offers general and specialist dental services across NSW.
  • A key teaching facility for the University of Sydney’s Faculty of Dentistry.
  • Equipped with advanced patient care and operating facilities.Provides General Practice and Emergency Dentistry care, addressing a range of oral health needs.
  • Committed to collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment in healthcare.
  What you'll be doing
  Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is looking for Dental Officers to provide high-quality general oral health care and education to patients across our facilities.
  In this you will:
  • Deliver comprehensive oral health care, including exams, medical history, and treatment planning.
  • Collaborate with senior clinicians and refer patients for specialist care as needed.
  • Engage in oral health promotion and preventive programs.
  • Maintain infection control, document patient information accurately, and after-hours on-call service.
  • Participate in professional development and contribute to workplace improvements.
  How to Apply
  Interested in joining us! Apply online by submitting your resume, one (1) page cover letter and addressing the criteria listed below, providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
  Essential Criteria:
  • Registration: Full registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Dentist.
  Selection Criteria:
  1. Provide specific examples of how you have demonstrated sound clinical and diagnostic skills in your current/previous roles (if possible, please focus your answer on a patient who was medically complex).
  2. Provide an example of how you have effectively communicated with a diverse range of individuals in a clinical setting. How did your communication skills contribute to the outcome of the situation.
  3. Provide a specific example of when you have had to work in a large team. What were the advantages and disadvantages of this and how did you deal with the difficulties.
  Requisition ID: REQ550894
  Applications Close: 13th February 2025
  
  Need more information?
  • Discover more about the application process.
  • Review the detailed position description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
  • Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
  • For inquiries about the role, contact Nina Wu on Nina.Wu@health.nsw.gov.au
  People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
  Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
  Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
  Please note: In accordance with NSW Health policy, priority will be given to Australian citizens and permanent residents. A person who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or the advertised position.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  The New South Wales Ministry of Health, branded NSW Health, is a ministerial department of the New South Wales Government.

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