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Posted 16 July, 2026

Community or Specialist Dentist

New Zealand Government
Whangarei, NTL, NZ Full Time
Reference: fe9499ad657b0b81

Job Description

# Community or Specialist Dentist at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau, Northland## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* **Whangarei, Northland, New Zealand*** **Permanent full or part-time positions**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.**About the Role**The Oral Health Service is an integrated hospital, community and child and adolescent service providing oral healthcare to the Northland population. This role is based in Whangārei but will involve frequent travel to rural hospitals and community clinics across the region.Our dentists assist with treatment beyond the scope of practice of a Dental / Oral Health Therapist and assist with patients under sedation, general anaesthetic, the medically compromised, eligible pre-schoolers, students, adolescents and adults. This position would suit a motivated individual with a post graduate qualification or great interest in public oral health.Click here to view the position description.**About the Location**The subtropical Northland region stretches upwards from Auckland to the very top of NZ covering an area of 12,600 square kilometres with a growing population. Northland is a story of two coastlines the west coast is rugged and soulful while the east coast is relatively more sophisticated and urbane. Boasting some of the most scenic and exciting seaside areas in the country, there is a range of popular attractions and recreational activities. To learn more about our stunning location please click here For more information on living and working in Northland click here**About you**To be considered you must have or be eligible for specialist and/ or general dentistry registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand (DCNZ).If you are currently overseas / not yet registered, we can assist you with the application process to obtain DCNZ registration.**Working at Health New Zealand**Health 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 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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.*## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau || Location: | Northland || Position type: | Permanent Full time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 29-May-2026 || Salary range: | $185,380 - $267,980 || Closing date: | 25-Jun-2026 || Reference: | WHA00563 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | https://www.northlanddhb.org.nz/ | #J-18808-Ljbffr

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