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 help patients under sedation, general anaesthetic, or who are medically compromised. They also manage eligible pre‑schoolers, students, adolescents and adults. This position is suitable for a motivated individual with a postgraduate qualification or a strong interest in public oral health.

Responsibilities

Assist with oral healthcare across hospital, community and child/adolescent settings; provide treatment under sedation, general anaesthetic and for medically compromised patients; support a wide range of patients from pre‑schoolers to adults.

Qualificatio...