Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Goulburn
Position Classification: Dental Officer Level 3
Remuneration: $162,949 - $170,822 ~ P L U S ~ Dental Officer Rural Incentive Scheme Allowance up to $20,000 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ651036
Applications Close: 26 April 2026
So much to explore in the Southern NSW Region. The majestic Snowy Mountains, the sparkling Sapphire Coast, the verdant Yass Valley, the Great Dividing Range and the Southern Tablelands – all highlight the unique area that is the Southern NSW region. You'll find a thriving beef and dairy industry that began in the 1850s in Bega, the cheese capital of Australia. In Goulburn, the Big Merino is a symbol of the 200-year-old local wool industry. Follow the oyster trail from Bermagui to Wonboyn; fish, surf and kayak in Bateman's Bay; spot platypus in Bombala; see the remnants of early pioneer life in Delegate; marvel at the Snowy Hydro dams in Cooma and Khancoban; visit the Mogo Zoo; ski, mountain bike or hike in Kosciuszko National Park; and pan for gold or pick some cherries in Young. Resident wildlife includes kangaroos, wallabies, possums, bandicoots, sea eagles, parrots, lyrebirds and wombats. The area is home to more than 200,000 residents, including four large Aboriginal nations: Gundungurra, Ngunnawal, Ngarigo and Yuin. The population is expected to keep growing, with the fastest-growing age group being aged 65 and over. Affordable housing, wide-open spaces, plenty to do and see, arts and cultural events, and a rich history are what attract people to become residents of the area.
About Southern NSW LHD
The Southern NSW Local Health District includes 15 hospitals and health service centres and employs more than 2,300 people in the region. Check out more on Southern NSW LHD on Facebook and the Southern NSW LHD YouTube Channel.
Where you'll be working
Goulburn. Discover the country charm of Australia's first inland city, which is perfectly positioned just two hours from Sydney, an hour from Canberra, and less than two hours from the coast. Providing endless opportunities to experience heritage, culture, beautiful natural landscapes, delightful family adventures and create lasting memories. Embrace a perfect blend of country living, with all the city benefits. This region presents a unique and balanced lifestyle, where you can enjoy stunning rural scenery, admire heritage architecture, explore contemporary art, indulge in modern boutique shopping, and relish in relaxed casual dining. A wonderful destination for a brief getaway or an extended retreat, brimming with outstanding attractions, frequent events, and a variety of dining and accommodation options.
What You'll Be Doing
Provide evidence based clinical care to patients within your scope of practice and regularly manage patients with complex treatment needs at oral health facilities across the local health district.
Selection Criteria
* Dental qualification eligible for registration as a dentist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Demonstrate highly advanced skills in managing difficult clinical situations and a proven record of carrying out a broad range of advanced and complex dental procedures.
* A demonstrated understanding of and commitment to a preventative/population health approach to patient care.
* Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality and abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct in line with prescribed NSW Health policies and procedures.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to liaise effectively and sensitively with a wide range of individuals.
* Proficiency in the use of computer systems including electronic patient records and digital imaging.
* Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team.
* Ability and willingness to travel for work purposes. This may involve driving long distances within the Health Service. Evidence of a current Class C drivers licence.
Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases
This is a Category 'A' position, please read and understand NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in this policy. OASV requirements also include proof of vaccination against influenza and is compulsory for NSW Staff that enter any Residential Aged Care Facility (RACF) or who work in NSW Health owned and operated RACFs.
Australian Work Rights
Please note that to apply for this position you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia, or be able to independently and legally live and work in Australia by way of your own Temporary Visa. For more information, please see www.immi.gov.au
Equality and Diversity
At Southern NSW Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don't just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
Contact
For role related queries or questions contact Ariane Murray on
Applications Close: 26 April 2026
Apply via eCredential here
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