Oral Health Therapist - Grade 1

• Full Time, Ongoing Contract
• 80 hours per fortnight - Inclusive of ADO accrual 

Northeast Health Wangaratta (NHW) is the major health provider in the Central Hume region with an extensive range of acute, sub-acute, aged care and community services.

Start your career with a supportive team committed to delivering high-quality oral health care and improving the health and wellbeing of our community.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Dental Therapist, Dental Hygienist, or Oral Health Therapist to join our dental services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to develop their clinical skills, gain valuable experience, and build a rewarding career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

In this role, you will provide direct patient care within your scope of practice and in accordance with the Dental Board of Australia’s professional standards, as well as NHW clinical policies and procedures. You will work closely with experienced clinicians to deliver safe, evidence-based, and patient-centred dental services while developing your confidence and expertise across a broad range of clinical settings.

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to oral health promotion and education initiatives, supporting preventative care and helping to improve oral health outcomes across the community. Through ongoing professional development, mentoring, and clinical support, you will be encouraged to expand your knowledge and skills as you transition into professional practice.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care, committed to continuous learning, and eager to make a positive difference in the lives of patients, we would love to hear from you.

Join us and take the next step in your oral health career with an organisation that values professional growth, teamwork, and excellence in patient care.

Our Region:

• Wangaratta has a population of approximately 30,000 and our catchment serves a community of around 100 000 throughout the northeast.
• An easy 2 ½ hours drive on the Hume freeway from Melbourne and less than an hour to Albury airport with direct flights to most of the large Australian cities.
• We have over 11 schools including private Catholic and Anglican schooling options for pre-year 12.
• Our region is a popular destination year-round. It boasts multiple national parks, picturesque small towns, award winning restaurants, wineries and breweries. 
• Whether you want to hike, mountain bike and ski in the mountains, paddle the rivers or cruise on the rail trails there is something for everyone in the northeast.
• https://www.visitwangaratta.com.au/Home
• https://www.victoriashighcountry.com.au/snow/

The successful applicant will benefit from:

• Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
• Well being programs and discounted corporate gym membership
• Social Club Benefits
• Support for our diverse workforce

Applying for the role:

• Enquiries can be made with Tim O'Neill on (03) 5722 5729
• Confirmation of Influenza Vaccination or an approved medical exemption is required upon application. Covid Vaccination is strongly recommended
• A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• Applications must address the key selection criteria from the PD
• Employment Statutory Declaration form must be submitted with your application
• To apply for this position hit Apply Now/Join Now or head over to our careers page at www.northeasthealth.org.au/careers/jobs/
• All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key selection criteria
• Applications close Wednesday, 1st of July 2026

NHW do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment companies

If you have any issues with submitting your application please call the Recruitment Team on (03) 5722 5353