Oral Health Therapist - Community Education | Perth & Regional WA
$55-$65/hr + super | Flexible AM shifts | WA Health
Screen & educate kids aged 0-4 | Education prevention, early identification and minimally invasive treatment role | Team-supported sessions | Perth metro + travel to regional WA
About the role
This is more than a job, it's your chance to step into public health, make a real difference.
As part of WA Health's Early Childhood Oral Health Program, you'll visit community centres, libraries, and playgroups to deliver tailored health education to children aged 0-4 and their families. You'll provide care outside the traditional clinic environment, engaging directly with parents and carers to promote lifelong healthy habits in a supportive, community-focused setting.
You will provide screenings, examinations, fluoride treatments and minimally invasive dental treatments.
You will never be working alone - each session includes a Dental Assistant, and you will always travel and work in pairs for safety and support. Full training and orientation are provided before you begin.
* Provide oral health education, screenings, examinations, fluoride treatments and minimally invasive dental treatments.
* Run morning-only community sessions (8:00am-1:00/2:00pm)
* Start your day from the East Perth hub with a DA
* Sessions planned in advance and often based on local referrals
* Work with families in diverse, friendly settings - no clinic pressures
Skills & experience
* Registered Oral Health Therapist or Dental Therapist (AHPRA)
* New grads and experienced clinicians encouraged to apply
* Confident engaging with families, parents, and young children
* Valid Working with Children Check & driver's licence
* Passion for prevention, education, and community care
Benefits
* $55-$65/hr + super
* Flexible casual shifts (2-5 mornings/week)
* No billing or productivity targets - 100% government-funded
* Work with a dedicated DA
* Full orientation and training provided
* Be part of a respected WA Health initiative focused on prevention
Apply now
Tired of rushing between patients or chasing billables? Want to use your clinical skills in a way that truly helps families and fits around your life?
This is your opportunity to do meaningful, community-based work with WA Health. Flexible, supported, and deeply rewarding.
Contact Madison Bigalla at cmr to express interest and learn more | +61 483 953 382 or madison.bigalla@cmr.com.au
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