Do you want to be a part of a team that promotes and improves the health of its people and community?
This is for Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time appointment.
We currently have two full time positions available, in the Rockingham and Baldivis areas.
What is our Area Dental Officer role?
The Area Dental Officer directs and oversees the operations of the School Dental Service in these areas. As well as managing staff and maintaining equipment, you will also provide routine and advanced clinical treatment to enrolled children. You will also develop epidemiological data for the clinical area and initiate relevant community dental care programs aimed at improving dental health in the community by liaison with dentists, service organisations, education and local authorities and relevant community groups.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork, and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Peter Wilkins on 08 9313 05***or email *************@health.wa.gov.au or Jodie Burton on 08 9313 05***or email ************@health.wa.gov.au
About Dental Health Services (DHS)
DHS is part of the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) and is the largest public dental health services provider in WA, operating state-wide from a network of fixed and mobile clinics, funded by the WA Government. DHS provides the School Dental Service (SDS) for children aged 5-16 years, General Dental Services to eligible adults with a current health care card or pension concession card, Subsidy Schemes and Special Dental Services.
Selection Criteria: Please see the Job Description Form available at WA Government Jobs | Area Dental Officer
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online by clicking on the Apply button or via WA Government Jobs | Area Dental Officer
Closing Date: AWST 4:00pm Friday 5 June 2026
We look forward to receiving your application