Oral Health Therapist

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Make a difference while eliminating health inequalities in the community
• Enjoy the slower pace of life in a rural setting

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

Join our team in the Eastern Pod (Thames) and make a real difference in eliminating health inequalities in our community. You'll manage comprehensive oral health services, own patient care plans, and create innovative strategies to promote oral health education.

This is a permanent, full-time (40 hours per week) position where you will work a Monday to Friday schedule.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Conduct oral health assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Provide preventive and therapeutic dental treatments
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and disease prevention
• Collaborate with the wider healthcare team to promote holistic patient care
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with regulatory standards

Click here to view the position description.

(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Waikato website.)

Mō tātou Ratonga | About our Service

With a focus on preventive care and patient education, we aim to empower individuals to take control of their oral health and lead healthier lives. Our team's commitment to excellence ensures that every patient receives the highest standard of care, making us a trusted and valued resource in Waikato.

Mōu | About you

Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:

• Have up-to-date clinical skills
• Have a current full drivers licence
• Be committed to high standards of dental care and oral health education

Ko ngaa hua o te noho ki roto o Waikato, te mahi hoki ki Te Whatu Ora, Waikato | The Benefits of

As part of our Health NZ, Waikato family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities alongside our Health NZ, Waikato benefits and staff discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter. We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Please apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you have any questions about the role please contact the Recruitment Team – Elisa.travailleur@waikatodhb.health.nz

Closing date: 04/06/2024

Nau mai haere mai - Come join the team!