About the Role
Te Whatu Ora MidCentral has preschool, school, adolescent and hospital dental services which can include assessment and treatment under general anaesthetic/ IV sedation.
We currently have a temporary 12 month, full-time position available for a highly motivated Dental Assistant. As a Dental Assistant you will be responsible for providing chair side/ operative assistance, ensuring a safe and efficient environment for patient care and ensuring that clinics are set up and meet infection control standards.
We are seeking:
- NZQA Level 3: New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing – Dental Assisting
- Effective written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
- Sensitivity to cultural differences and commitment to the articles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in everyday practice.
- Commitment to ongoing personal development, professional development and service improvement.
- Commitment to providing quality customer focused service
- Ability to work within defined policies, legislative and contractual requirements
- Ability to work and contribute positively within a team
- Effective time management
- Strong interpersonal skills, with an ability to develop rapport with tamariki / tangata whaiora and their whanau,
About the Location
Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.
Discover more hidden gems that Manawatū and Palmerston North have to offer here: Manawatū & Palmerston North - Visit | Live | Study | Business (manawatunz.co.nz). Check out our careers site here for more information about Palmerston North hospital.
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
All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.