Oral Health Therapist

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 Are you looking for an opportunity in a friendly and dynamic team, with a wonderful lifestyle in a semi-rural setting yet having the city lights of Wellington in proximity,? Well this may well be the role for you! We are seeking a Dental/Oral Health Therapist to join the high-performing Oral Health Service at Wairarapa Hospital, providing essential care to children aged 0-13 years. This role supports a strong work-life balance, operating during school terms only with paid leave over school holidays. You'll work 1:1 with a Dental Assistant in a well-supported working environment, within multi-chair clinics. You'll also be part of a diverse, multicultural team that values collaboration and a supportive approach to care. The role is 14.16 hours per fortnight (0.2 FTE). To be eligible to apply, you must be a New Zealand citizen or hold resident or permanent visa status. About the Location Learn more about living in the Wairarapa region click here Wairarapa About you A highly motivated registered Dental/Oral Health Therapist who enjoys working with children and their whanau while contributing to a team environment and reducing oral health inequalities across our community. You have a current full driver's license. Experience is preferred but not essential. Certificate of Dental therapy - Bachelor of Oral Health Current annual practising certificate with New Zealand Dental Council 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr