Oral Health Therapist / Dental Therapist

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato

  • Waikato
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Where you’ll be working: Community Oral Health ServiceDo you want a career opportunity that effects positive change in the oral health of children, while advancing your clinical skills?Apply below to register your interest in joining our community oral health team. We will contact you as opportunities become available.Te whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe are searching for registered Dental Therapists and Oral Health Therapists who are interested in joining our Oral Health team of 120 staff - working in both fixed facilities and mobile dental clinics across the Waikato region. Our aim is to be pro-active instead of reactive while responding to the needs of our population. We encourage creativity and innovation across our clinical practices. Four-handed dentistry forms part of our standard practice. You will need to align with the Te Whatu Ora - Health NZ values and culture with a focus to grow a successful oral health team.to view the position description.(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Te Whatu Ora, Waikato website.)Ko o tatou painga | Our BenefitsThe ability to refer to our Nitrous clinic located in Hamilton CityAccess to secondary care services for childrenThe ability to refer and work in the Hamilton Clinic with an OPG X Ray machine.Modern ergonomic equipment including mobiles and multi chair facilitiesOpportunities to participate in innovative oral health promotion and prevention programmesOpportunities for continuing professional development and reflective practiceMōu | About youSkills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:You will need to be flexible, well organised and self-motivatedYou will be a team player who understands the importance of partnering with dental assistants and who values support, friendship, and development.Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and demonstrate that you can work effectively with whānau to improve oral health.You must be a New Zealand registered Dental Therapist with a current annual practicing certificateHave a full driver’s licenceMō tātou Ratonga | About our ServiceWaikato region Community Oral Health team strives to be a leader in preventive care and elimination of health inequalities in our community. We work with whānau to include them as part of our team approach to care.Our staff are fully trained, mentored, and are encouraged to attain continued professional development (as we are verified by the Dental Council to provide CPD). We also advocate for the sharing of cultural experiences and use of Te Reo Māori within our services.What does Te Whatu Ora, Waikato offer you?Located in the heart of the mighty Waikato, Te Whatu Ora Waikato operates over a number of sites including the provision of specialist paediatric and adult special care at Waikato Hospital Hamilton City, our main campus, and includes smaller community-based hospitals across our region. Hamilton City has easy access to beaches and mountains, so if your interests range from a host of water sports, mountain biking to vineyard lunches, the area has something for you right on your doorstep. To discover more about our stunning area, please .As part of our Te Whatu Ora family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside your Te Whatu Ora benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and access to Te Whatu Ora staff discount schemes.We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.Why work for us?We are committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.Greater diversity within our Te Whatu Ora family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to applyPlease apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you have any questions about the role please contact the Recruitment Team -Closing date: Open until filledNau mai haere mai - Come join the team!

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