Locum Oral Health Therapist / Hygienist

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality preventative and periodontal treatment to a large existing patient base
• Conduct patient assessments and provide oral hygiene education and preventative care
• Perform scaling, debridement, periodontal maintenance, and other hygiene treatments within your scope of practice
• Maintain accurate clinical records in line with Australian standards and regulations
• Work collaboratively with the wider clinical and administrative team to ensure a positive patient experience
• Adapt to different practice environments and systems to support continuity of care

The Opportunity

• ASAP start with an ongoing locum opportunity available
• Monday to Friday roster with no weekend work
• Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Primarily preventative and periodontal treatment due to a large existing patient base
• Hygienists will work independently, with Dental Assistant support available for periodontal charting and more involved NSPT appointments
• Oral Health Therapists will be supported by a Dental Assistant

What’s on Offer

• $65 per hour
• Return flights, accommodation, and car hire provided for the duration of the placement
• Busy and established patient base with consistent workflow
• Supportive and experienced clinical and administrative team
• Current AHPRA registration
• Minimum 2 years’ experience practising in Australia preferred
• Confident working independently within your scope of practice
• Professional indemnity insurance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

To learn more or express your interest, please contact

📧 kimon.yannakou@abanohealthcare.com

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