Dental Therapists or Oral Health Therapists - Northland Wide at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

If you are a New Zealand or Australian qualified Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist seeking flexibility in a fantastic location – look no further!

Right now, our experienced Oral Health team have opportunities to live and work the Northland way – make the most of our rugged yet beautiful coastline, with breath-taking beaches, stunning coastal walks and biking tracks, and an abundance of leisure activities.

We operate between Monday to Friday and offer flexible working arrangements including full and part time roles across Northland, with bases in Whangārei, Kaipara, Kerikeri, Kaikohe and Kaitaia – you can truly enjoy your work and downtime and live an enviable lifestyle second to none.

Our supportive integrated Oral Health team of Dentists, Dental Therapists, Oral Health Therapists, and Dental Assistants holds a steady workload with unique and sometimes challenging cases not seen elsewhere – giving you a true sense of accomplishment and reward.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

As our successful candidate you will:

• Be a New Zealand or Australian qualified Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist
• Hold registration and APC with the DCNZ
• Hold a current driver's licence
• Have up to date clinical skills

If you are a motivated, flexible, and true team player looking to use and improve your clinical skills and seeking a change of pace and lifestyle – look no further!

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First – People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect – We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring – We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication – We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence – Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy Number: OHT23-RFC