Dental House Officer

Dental House Officer

Fixed-Term (2 years) Fulltime

Whangārei Hospital

Commencing January 2027

Health New Zealand is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the Role

We are seeking motivated, skilled and committed full-time Dental House Officers.

Based in Whangarei, this position is in Health New Zealand’s integrated oral health service. The successful applicant will be part of a team that provides dental care for hospital inpatients and outpatients of all ages including, medically complex children, adolescents and adults. You will also provide treatment to children and adolescents that is beyond the scope of practice of dental therapists and treat low-income adults through our community clinics. You will also be involved in regular paediatric dental theatres. Patients are seen at Whangarei Base Hospital, Regional hospitals, community clinics and mobile dental clinics throughout Northland. There will also be some opportunity to observe/assist maxillofacial patients via clinics and theatres in Auckland. You will also observe in regular ENT clinics and theatre to help further your knowledge and training.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Northland is a popular place to work, we look for the best. If you want to grow as a clinician, reinforce skills, or broaden your experience whilst working in a fully supported team - you need to speak with us.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand is committed to delivering care in a way that meets the needs of patients and their families. This is done in an environment, which supports staff, both in the delivery of their work and in their personal development based on our organisational Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 2 August 2026.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact the RMO Unit via email: nl-rmo.unit@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

Please ask your two referees to send references to nl-rmo.unit@tewhatuora.govt.nz.

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

Job Ref: DNHO2027