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Treatment Coordinator

A Treatment Coordinator creates dental treatment plans, discusses costs, insurance, and payment options, ensuring clear communication and detail.

How do I become a treatment coordinator

Get qualified to work as a treatment coordinator with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Treatment Coordinator generally earns $1,750 per week ($91,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry should experience moderate growth in employment numbers in coming years. There are currently 29,200 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Treatment Coordinator. Treatment Coordinators may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If a career as a Treatment Coordinator interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Dental Assisting. This course will give you the skills to work with dental professionals during procedures. You’ll learn to maintain high standards of infection control, work in health and community services and assist in dental radiography.

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Further reading

How to start a career as a Dental Assistant

7th December 2021

What can you do with a Certificate III in Dental Assisting?

4th March 2021

How to start a career in Practice Management

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Treatment Coordinator careers

A Treatment Coordinator prepares treatment plans and costs for dental procedures. You’ll work closely with dental professionals and spend time discussing treatment options with patients. Treatment Coordinators might discuss costs and provide information on insurance plans and payment options. You might prepare paperwork and process health fund claims.

Treatment Coordinators should have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to communicate clearly with colleagues and patients. It’s important you can assess individual patient circumstances and understand their concerns. Treatment Coordinators must be able to follow correct procedures and have keen attention to detail.