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Dental Officer (Level 1/2) - Paediatric Dentistry


Company : NSW Health


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-12-14


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 38 hours per week and Temporary Part Time; minimum 16 hours per week up to January 2027 (Job Share available)Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 1/2Remuneration: $54.05 - $77.86 per hour + Annual leave loading + SuperannuationLocation: Sydney Dental HospitalRequisition ID: REQ628673In Sydney Local Health District our vision isExcellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!About the RoleSydney Dental Hospital (SDH) has been serving the local community since 1904. The Hospital is a centre of excellence and throughout its history has been a key driver in shaping oral health and dental care in Australia.To provide high quality dental services to eligible paediatric patients of Sydney Dental Hospital and Oral Health Services, Sydney Local Health District.For more information, please view the Position DescriptionIdeal CandidateCurrent registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Authority (AHPRA) as a Dental Officer.Experience and/or evidenced interest in the area of Paediatrics.Knowledge of Oral Health Service policies and procedures, and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.Excellent organisational, verbal and written communication skills.Understanding of and commitment to the principles of public sector dentistry, service performance and accountability.All candidates must have full working rights within Australia.Benefits and Perks!Accrued Day Off each month for Full Time positions, paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.This recruitment may be used to create a talent pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW HealthThis is a Category A position. To be employed by NSW Health you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy (PD2024_015).SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles within NSW Health. For more information, please visit is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.For more information about SLHD please visit Working With UsTo further connect with us, check us out on LinkedInFor enquiries, please contact Harleen Kumar via email at [email protected] the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!Applications Close: 12 January 2026For Applicant Support and Information, visit Applicant Information #J-18808-Ljbffr