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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