Dental Assistant

• Based at  Wahaora Dental Clinic
• Consideration will be given to Full Time or Part-time hours
• Permanent

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

Our dedicated, supportive and innovative team is looking for someone to fill this role with a `whatever it takes and a positive `can do attitude.  On the job training will be provided.

Position Description: Dental Assistant

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Oral Health Service is focused on improving equity and providing high-quality oral health services to our community.

Our diverse and innovative team is passionate about the `why they do what they do and the positive influence they can make in the lives of our tamariki and whānau.

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About you

The ideal application will:

• Have experience working with children and adolescents and a strong interest in oral health
• Be a team player; who is flexible, self-motivated and has proven organisational and communication skills
• Current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one
• A full drivers license is essential

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Nicki.Dever@tdh.org.nz

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