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Posted 13 July, 2026

Orthodontist - Hospital & Specialist Dentistry Service (HSD)

New Zealand Government
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 184d3af22cfb06aa

Job Description

\n Orthodontist Position (Part‑time, Permanent)\n

Opportunity for a Specialist Orthodontist in a modern, world‑renowned tertiary hospital in beautiful Auckland. The position is part‑time, permanent, based at Middlemore Hospital.

Role Summary\n

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Specialist Orthodontist to join our busy Hospital & Specialist Dentistry team in Auckland. The position is 0.25FTE (10 hours) per week and includes caring for children with cleft lip and palate and contributing to the care of patients with other craniofacial abnormalities. You will be joining a supportive team of two orthodontists, an orthodontic auxiliary and a wider multidisciplinary team of oral and maxillofacial surgeons, plastic surgeons, dental specialists and dentists. The role offers opportunities for ongoing professional development and potential research involvement.

Responsibilities\n
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  • Caring for children with cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial abnormalities.
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  • Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team including oral and maxillofacial surgeons, plastic surgeons, dental specialists and dentists.
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  • Contributing to ongoing professional development and potential research involvement.
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Qualifications\n
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  • Qualified dental professional with current registration and an Annual Practising Certificate (APC) from the Dental Council of New Zealand or eligible for registration as a Specialist Orthodontist.
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  • Minimum of two years post‑specialisation clinical experience.
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  • Demonstrated collaborative approach and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
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Benefits\n
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  • Generous holiday and study leave allowances.
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  • Continuing professional development disbursements.
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  • Workplace matched KiwiSaver contributions.
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  • Professional fee reimbursements.
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  • Reference to the Associated Salaried Medical Specialists Multi‑Employer Collective Agreement (ASMS Collective).
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About the Organization\n

We are Te Whatu Ora | Te Toka Tumai Auckland, providing health and disability services to more than half a million people. Our main sites include Auckland City Hospital, Greenlane Clinical Centre and Starship Children’s Hospital.

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We are part of Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand, the overarching organisation for New Zealand's national health service. We commit to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing culturally safe care.

How to Apply\n

To express your interest, click the apply button and complete the online application attaching an up‑to‑date cover letter and CV. For queries, contact Anna Dawson, Service Clinical Director ([email protected]) or Kavitha John, Recruitment Consultant ([email protected]).

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