Job Description

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

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 currently have a vacancy for an Oral Health Therapist/Dental Therapist in the MidCentral area.

We are a team, so the successful applicant will be working as part of the Child and Adolescent Oral Health Service at MidCentral. As part of our team, you will be supported by a Clinical Leadership team as well as an experienced team of Dental Assistants. There is an established Professional Development Programme to further support you in your practice.

The position may cover the Palmerston North, Horowhenua and/or Tararua regions. This can be discussed at the time of the interview. The successful applicants will require a current Annual Practising Certificate with a scope of practise of Oral Health Therapist or Dental Therapist.

A full driver's licence is essential.

We can offer: 


• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged

• A professional and supportive culture and team setting

• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options

• Tailored wellness programmes

 

About the Location

Palmerston North is a great place to live with a culturally diverse population, plenty of outdoor activities, a great variety of eateries and a reasonable cost of living in the region.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain biking, great schools and tertiary institutions.  With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

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 communityWe 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 Maree Loynes Recruitment Specialist

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