Dental Assistant - Turangi at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Dental Assistant Tūrangi

Fixed Term 0.7 fte  to cover parental leave

An exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Dental Assistant and join our passionate and multi-disciplinary team at Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora, Lakes, Community Oral Health Service, based in Turangi.

About the Role

The role is 12 months fixed term, part time (28hrs weekly), to support maternity leave cover for the Dental Assistant. We can provide on the job training and ongoing professional development for the successful person. You will gain essential skills and knowledge in dental therapy practice, infection control and administrative systems.

• Chairside Dental Assistance dental procedures
• Sterilisation and Infection Control
• Preparation of dental materials and dental products
• Managing stock levels
• Administration procedures and processes
• High customer service and professional dental care to tamariki and whanau
• Permanent full time

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here

About you

You should have:

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant is preferred
• Excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills
• Proficiency in computer software applications
• Ability to multi-task and be self-motivated

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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 before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. 

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.