Dental Assistant
-Dental Assistant – North 1
-Permanent - Full Time
-Auckland Regional Dental Service
-Waitematā District Health Board, Te Whatu Ora
We are looking for a Dental Assistant to join our service in the N1 team which primarily covers the Wellsford, Warkworth, Matakana, Silverdale, and Whangaparaoa areas.
ARDS is the largest Community Oral Health Service, providing free dental care to children from birth through to year 8, in community clinics. Our service ranges across the wider Auckland region, with multiple dental clinics, including a mobile fleet. For us, care of the child is forefront and we are looking for flexible people who are passionate about children, and improving their oral health outcomes.
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
Prior experience in a dental environment is preferable but full training can be provided for the right candidate. All we ask is that you have a passion for:
- Working in health and working with children
- Making a difference in your community
- Working in a high functioning team with motivated individuals
- Learning new skills and challenging yourself
The purpose of the Dental Assistant role is to:
- Support and assist dental therapists to provide an efficient customer focused service to clients
- Provide administrative support as required
- You will need to have legal work entitlement (permanent) and a current full NZ driver's licence. There is an expectation that in this role you will drive a large van between sites.
This role is an opportunity to have a real impact on your community. If you would like to be considered, apply online today!
Please click here for position description
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 20/7/2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Karli Selwyn, karli.selwyn@waitematadhb.govt.nz
For recruitment specific questions please contact Nisha Karipoth, Recruitment Consultant: Nisha.Karipoth@waitematadhb.govt.nz
Job reference: WDHB20043
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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