Dental Hygienist Role
Our team is seeking a Casual Dental Hygienist to contribute to promoting and maintaining the oral health of Australian Defence Force personnel.
* Deliver oral hygiene advice and treatments in line with Defence policies
* Perform periodontal charting, root planing, implant maintenance, and other routine procedures
* Take and interpret prescribed radiographs (intra/extra oral)
* Promote infection control and maintain surgical hygiene to national standards
* Manage patient care, referrals, records, bookings, and recalls
* Support clinical governance, quality improvement activities, and equipment upkeep
This role offers a great opportunity to combine clinical impact with work-life balance in the laid-back lifestyle of the Top End.
The successful candidate will have:
* A recognised qualification in Dental Hygiene or Oral Health Therapy
* Current unconditional and unrestricted registration with AHPRA
* At least 2 years of experience working as a Dental Hygienist in a clinical setting
* Proven ability to perform a wide range of dental hygiene procedures independently
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative team approach