Oral Health Therapist (Part time)
Oral Health Therapist (Rotorua)
Permanent, Part Time (0.6 FTE/48 hours per fortnight)
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.
The Community Oral Health Service is seeking a motivated and passionate Dental Therapist or Oral Health Therapist to join our fun and friendly Community Oral Health Service team, based in Rotorua. The position offered is permanent part time, which allows for flexibility and also enables a work life balance.
This position requires a registered Oral Health Therapist or Dental Therapist with sound clinical, administration and communication skills as well as a strong team commitment. We provide a supportive team environment, clinical peer support, on-going professional development and a fun friendly environment.
About 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
- Permanent Part Time (hours to be negotiated)
- 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.
- Demonstrates a commitment uphold Maori values and culture
Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here
What we offer- Competitive salary
- Free staff parking
- Access to Employee Assistance Program
- A supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment
- Access to Rotorua Business Chamber member deals and discounts
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Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.
The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.