Locum Oral Health Therapist / Hygienist at Abano Healthcare Group

Cairns, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Sep, 26

Salary

85.0

Posted On

22 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Preventative Care, Periodontal Treatment, Scaling, Debridement, Periodontal Maintenance, Oral Hygiene Education, Patient Assessment, Clinical Record Keeping, Interpersonal Communication

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Company Description Looking for your next locum opportunity in tropical North Queensland? Maven Dental Cairns North is a well-established and busy dental clinic located in Cairns North, QLD, supporting a strong and loyal patient base within the local community. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-demand practice environment with a large existing hygiene patient base requiring preventative and periodontal care. The clinic provides a wide range of dental services, from regular check-up and cleans through to more advanced treatments, supported by an experienced and collaborative clinical team. The practice is also equipped with Airflow technology to support efficient and high-quality preventative care. You can view more about the practice here: Maven Dental Cairns North | Maven Dental About the location Located in tropical Far North Queensland, Cairns offers the perfect mix of lifestyle and adventure. Spend your weekends exploring the Great Barrier Reef, rainforest walks, local cafes, and nearby beaches, all while enjoying warm weather and a relaxed coastal lifestyle year-round. Why work with Abano Healthcare? As part of a leading dental support organisation, you’ll have the backing of a wider network while maintaining your clinical autonomy. • Dedicated marketing support to help maintain a consistent patient flow • Access to clinical advisory and professional support when needed • Experienced teams on the ground, including practice managers and support staff • Centralised recruitment and operational support, so you can focus on patient care • Opportunities to work across multiple practices within a well-established group Job Description 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 • 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 - $85 per hour, based on scope and experience • Travel and accommodation support • Busy and established patient base with consistent workflow • Supportive and experienced clinical and administrative team Qualifications • 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 Additional Information To learn more or express your interest, please contact: 📧 [email protected] You can also reach out to be added to a weekly update list for locum opportunities across Australia. Region: Queensland Site Location: Maven Dental Cairns North

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Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality preventative and periodontal treatments to a large existing patient base. Conduct patient assessments and maintain accurate clinical records while collaborating with the clinical team.