Dental Registrar - 2027 Fixed Term

• Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital - Dental Registrar
• Fixed Term - Parental Leave 12 month placement, Full-time, rostered including on-call shifts

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 are seeking a Dental Registrar to join our Dental service here at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital.
The fixed term parental leave cover commences on 18 January 2027 until 21 January 2028.

This role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of hospital dentistry, including:

• Special needs dentistry
• Paediatric dentistry
• Oral surgery
• Dental trauma

You will have opportunities to work closely with the Maxillofacial Service, both locally and with Hutt Hospital, and to perform dental procedures under general anaesthesia and nitrous oxide sedation.

The range of clinical experiences and strong multidisciplinary support make this role an excellent foundation for future hospital dentistry, general dental practice, or specialist training. We actively support and encourage further education, including preparation for the Primary Examinations through the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (RACDS).

About the Team/Service/ Location
You would join a team consisting of 2 Dental House Officers, 4 Senior Dentists, and a Dental Public Health Specialist, and will contribute to the hospitals out-of-hours on-call service as part of a 1:4 roster, delivering acute dental and maxillofacial care.

The Hospital Dental Service delivers care across four sites in Hastings, Napier, and Wairoa, with a clinical focus on medically compromised patients, tamariki (children), and people with complex or special needs. Services are provided in both outpatient and theatre settings, offering varied and rewarding clinical exposure.

You will attend maxillofacial theatres and outpatient clinics and be supported by a regional maxillofacial service. The team also works closely with the Community Oral Health Service, including shared clinics and combined professional development.

Health NZ - Hawkes Bay provides healthcare services to a population of approximately 180,000 people across the region. Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital is the principal acute hospital and specialist service provider, supported by smaller satellite facilities in Central Hawkes Bay, Napier, and Wairoa.

Located in Hastings, Hawkes Bay Hospital is a 400bed secondarylevel public hospital delivering both acute and elective care across a broad range of medical and surgical specialties, including paediatrics and obstetrics & gynaecology. While cardiothoracic and neurosurgical services are not provided on site, the hospital is well supported by a strong regional ICU team.

Hawkes Bay offers an outstanding worklife balance, with a sunny climate, beautiful beaches, and exceptional outdoor recreation, including over 100km of walking and cycling trails. The region boasts excellent schools, easy access to mountains and skiing, and a vibrant lifestyle enriched by outstanding food, renowned wineries, and a welcoming community. For more information about living and working in Hawkes Bay, click HERE

About you

• You are a Dentist with at least one year of experience
• Prior Dental House Officer in a hospital setting is preferable but not essential
• You are registered, or eligible for registration, with the Dental Council of New Zealand

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing high-quality, equitable healthcare. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and warmly welcome applications from Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled persons, and rainbow communities, recognising the strength diversity brings to our services and outcomes.

How to Apply

To review the run description, click HERE. 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 Dr Kris Sweetapple Clinical Director of Hospital Dentistry at kris.sweetapple@hbdhb.govt.nz or the RMO Recruitment Consultant via email on rmo.recruitment@hbdhb.govt.nz. 

Application Requirements

• Cover letter specifying preferred start date and placement length
• Up-to-date CV (medical work history in chronological order from completion of your primary medical qualification, including locum work and any gaps of three months or more).
• 3x Reference Request forms (including one from your most recent supervisor). References should be returned to the RMO Recruitment Consultant, email above. Download the Reference Request Form here. 

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