Graduate Oral Health Therapist | Karratha, WA

Bupa · Karratha WA 6714 · Full time
Posted 3d ago

Graduate Oral Health Therapist | Karratha, WA

Bupa
Karratha WA 6714

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Full time

~$75k - $90k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Deliver preventive and restorative oral health care to patients across the full clinical scope, with opportunities to work in areas such as orthodontics and aged care.
  • Complete a 12-month paid graduate program with a dedicated mentor, clinical educator, structured development and continuing professional development workshops.
  • Build clinical confidence and independence while managing a caseload and developing patient relationships in a supportive dental team.

  • Sign-on Bonus of up to $15,000!
  • Busy, 3-chair practice located in a vibrant, modern regional city
  • Opportunity to perform variety of dental work
  • Friendly and close-knit team with a loyal patient base

Are you a recent Graduate Oral Health Therapist or Hygienist looking to start your career? Join us at Karratha Dental Care and you'll wonder why you didn't sooner!

The jump from university to real practice can feel overwhelming.

Our program is designed to support that transition - helping you build confidence, capability, and independence at the right pace.

Most importantly, you’ll actually practice across your full scope - not just observe or repeat limited procedures. Whether you're interested in working in prevention, restorative, aged care or oral health promotion, you'll be backed by experienced mentors and a learning journey tailored to you.

This 12-month program has been developed to meet a growing need across our network, but also the broader industry, to support, retain and develop talented OHTs.

Click here to learn more: Bupa Graduate OHT Program

What makes this program different

  • Practice across your full clinical scope
  • 12-month, paid, full time role 
  • Work with real patients from day one
  • Dedicated OHT mentor & Clinical Educator
  • Structured development, including CDP workshops
  • National clinical network: you'll be part of a connected, supportive dental community
  • Access to modern, digital dentistry and clinical tools

What you'll gain

  • Confidently deliver prevention and restorative care
  • Build strong patient relationships across diverse patient groups
  • Practice clinical decision-making
  • Communicate treatment options to patients
  • Work across orthodontics and digital dentistry
  • Manage your own caseload
  • Feel prepared for independent clinical practice
  • Balance workload, wellbeing and early career growth

Who are we looking for?

This program is for you if you:

  • Are a final-year student or recent graduate (Class of 2026)
  • Are eligible for AHPRA registration
  • Want structured support in your first year
  • Are motivated to grow into an independent clinician
  • Value mentorship, teamwork, and continuous learning

Apply now!

To express your interest in joining Bupa’s 2027 Graduate Program, click Apply now.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this role or other opportunities, please contact:

Monica Hanna – 0421 801 616 monica.hanna@bupa.com.au

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Skills

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Caseload managementClinical decision-makingContinuous learningDigital dentistryOral health therapyOrthodonticsPatient relationship managementPreventive dentistryRestorative dentistryTeamworkTreatment communication

Licenses & certifications

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Eligibility for registration with the australian health practitioner regulation agency (ahpra)

Perks & benefits

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Continuing professional development workshopsDedicated oht mentor and clinical educatorModern digital dentistry and clinical toolsNational clinical networkSign-on bonus of up to $15,000Structured professional development