Dental/Oral Health Therapist - Whangarei at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Based in Whangarei and surrounding areas 
• Permanent, full-time position (1.0FTE) working 40 hours per week between Mondays-Fridays

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We're looking for New Zealand or Australian Registered Dental and Oral Health Therapists who are looking for flexibility while working and living in a fantastic location. As a Dental/Oral Health Therapist, you will provide patients with quality dental hygiene and therapy care to the patients of Northland and ensure efficient clinic organisation and administration procedures are delivered, in accordance with Health New Zealand – Te Tai Tokerau's Oral Health Service Policies and Procedures.

This role will be based in Whangarei and surrounding areas. You will be part of providing oral health prevention programmes to the patient, their whanau and caregivers, and the wider community.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our experienced Oral Health team made up of Dentists, Dental Therapists, Oral Health Therapists and Dental Assistants have great 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.

For more information on living and working in Northland click here

About you

As a Dental / Oral Health Therapist, you will need to hold or, be eligible for registration with the NZ Dental Council as a Dental or Oral Health Therapist.

• Committed to being a motivated, flexible team player
• Positive attitudes towards the policies of Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau Oral Health Service
• Willingness to update education and broaden knowledge base
• Strong communication skills
• Hold a current NZ Full Drivers Licence

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 20 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Recruitment on nl-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.