Oral Health Therapist/Dental Therapist

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce, which enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We encourage applications from individuals representing our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are excited to announce a permanent, full-time opportunity for an Oral Health Therapist or Dental Therapist within our Oral Health Service. This role, which is 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week), is based in our clinic in Wakatipu, with the expectation of working across our other Central Otago sites as needed. In this position, you will play a vital role in maintaining the oral health of children in our region. You will educate children and their families about oral health and the prevention of dental disease. Your responsibilities will include recognizing, diagnosing, and treating oral abnormalities and diseases within your scope of practice. You will work alongside a Dental Assistant in a supportive and friendly environment, dedicated to delivering quality health services to our tamariki. About You We are looking for an enthusiastic team player who is eager to expand their knowledge and skills while adopting a proactive approach to learning. Strong communication skills, a natural empathy for children, and excellent interpersonal abilities are essential for this role. Flexibility is key, as you may need to cover occasional rostered afternoon shifts and work in other clinics throughout the region, which could require overnight stays. Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications: - Registration or the ability to gain registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand as an Oral Health Therapist or Dental Therapist - A current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) or the ability to apply for one - A full, clean New Zealand driver's license Salary Range This position falls within the Te Whatu Ora and PSA Allied, Public Health, Scientific, and Technical Collective Agreement (2023-2025), with a salary band ranging from Step 1 ($77,087) to Step 7 ($107,600) per annum, pro-rata. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Friday, 1 August 2025. If you have any questions regarding the role, please reach out to James Boyd at james.boyd@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process before the closing date. Please note that we only accept online applications, so be sure to apply via our website.