Dental Therapist

Deliver community oral health services across the Whanganui region Work across both fixed sites and mobile services, supporting tamariki and their whānau Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Whanganui's Community Oral Health Service has a permanent full‑time opportunity for a Registered Oral Health Therapist. As an Oral Health Therapist in this service, you will play a key role in supporting and maintaining the oral health of the community. The role includes working within a mobile dental clinic across the Whanganui region, providing accessible care to tamariki and whānau. If you are a new graduate, you will receive a comprehensive orientation programme, training, and mentoring support. This role may also suit someone looking to relocate or return to Whanganui. About the Team / Service / Location The Community Oral Health Service delivers oral health care across the Whanganui region, supporting equitable access to services through a mobile model of care. About You Current New Zealand Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist registration A current Annual Practising Certificate A commitment to providing high‑quality care within a community setting Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We embrace diversity and inclusion so we can better understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply To apply please click “Apply Now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by the close date. If you have any questions about the role, please email [email protected] . We will review applications as they are received so please apply as soon as possible if you are interested. Job details Job Reference: 06-DENT-5704 Location: North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Whanganui #J-18808-Ljbffr