Oral Health Therapist - Whitianga

Where you’ll be working: Whitianga and surrounding areas

The details: Permanent Full time – 40 hours per week

About the Role

Are you looking for a slower pace of life, living in a rural setting

Are you passionate about eliminating health inequalities

We welcome both new graduates and experienced practitioners to our service

We are searching for a registered Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist to join our Eastern oral health team working on a mobile dental unit in Whitianga and surrounding areas. You will be part of the national transformation in Health. You’ll manage comprehensive oral health services and make a real difference in eliminating health inequalities in our community.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Conduct oral health assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide preventive and therapeutic dental treatments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and disease prevention.
• Collaborate with the wider healthcare team to promote holistic patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

About the Service

• With a focus on preventive care and patient education, we aim to empower individuals to take control of their oral health and lead healthier lives. Our team's commitment to excellence ensures that every patient receives the highest standard of care, making us a trusted and valued resource in Waikato

About you

• Required skills and experience you will need to be considered for the role:
• Have up-to-date clinical skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• You will need to be flexible, organised, self-motivated and demonstrate that you can work effectively with whanau to improve oral health.
• You will be a team player who understand the importance of partnering with dental assistants and who values support, friendship and development.
• You will have an appreciation of the values and culture that form our successful oral health team.

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How to Apply

Please click ‘Apply online’ or apply via our Waikato Careers Website by clicking here All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 24 April  2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Elisa Travailleur at elisa.travailleur@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.