Ready for more than just a job?
Come join Curran Dental in Port Lincoln, a thriving coastal city known as the Seafood Capital of Australia, surrounded by stunning beaches, national parks, and a welcoming community.
We’re looking for an Oral Health Therapist who wants to step up, make a difference, and embrace a lifestyle most only dream about.
Why You’ll Love This Role
Lifestyle + Location
Live by the ocean with incredible fishing, surfing, and National Parks on your doorstep
Half-hour flight to Adelaide (11 flights a day) — be in Rundle Mall for dinner the same night
Short commute, affordable housing, thriving local café and dining scene
Career Growth
Expand your scope — go beyond “just hygiene” with opportunities in restorative dentistry, paediatric care, and oral health promotion.
Aligner support — assist with records, monitoring, refinements, and ongoing care.
Next Smile training — As part of Next Smile Australia, our OHTs receive training to perform ongoing maintenance and care for All-on-4® patients — a unique career opportunity not offered in most practices.
Mentorship that’s for you — weekly case discussions and guidance tailored to OHTs, helping you build confidence and clinical ownership.
CPD that grows your skills — funded training in paediatric behaviour management, advanced restorative, and clear aligner support.
Digital exposure — hands-on with iTero scanning, CEREC workflows, CBCT, and 3D printing.
Rewards
Competitive salary + incentives
$5,000 relocation allowance (via Rural Doctors Workforce SA)
Up to $10,000 annual CPD allowance (via Rural Doctors Workforce SA)
Flexible rosters (e.g., 8-day fortnight, long weekends, or FIFO-style scheduling possible)
About You
You’re not just “looking for a job.” You want:
Adventure + coastal lifestyle — escape city grind, lower living costs, higher quality of life, and a thriving young professional community.
Clinical ownership — confident in prevention, paediatric care, patient education
Growth mindset — keen to expand scope with restorative dentistry, aligners, and advanced training
Community connection — excited to run school programs, be part of a local health hub, and actually know your patients
Must-haves
BOH qualification
Strong communication, empathy, and professionalism
Confidence with paediatric and preventive dentistry
Nice-to-haves
1–3 years’ experience, digital dentistry interest, social media/community outreach skills
About Us – Curran Dental
Proudly locally owned and operated in Port Lincoln, with the support of Next Smile Australia — giving our team access to national expertise while keeping a strong local identity.
Rapidly becoming Eyre Peninsula’s leading dental hub with cutting-edge technology and advanced treatment options.
Known for clinical excellence + patient-centred care, we combine small-town trust with world-class dentistry.
Supportive team of 3 dentists + 1 BOH, backed by a culture of mentorship, innovation, and collaboration
Our patients trust us — from farming families and retirees to young professionals and visitors from across Australia
Apply Now: Send your CV and a short cover letter to
info@currandental.com.au
Make the move that transforms both your career and lifestyleMake the move that transforms both your career and lifestyle
Make the move that transforms both your career and lifestyle
