Dental Assistant Published: 08/10/2024 Job Location: Porirua/New Zealand Job Type: Permanent Work Type: Part Time Category: Healthcare, Nursing & Midwifery Ko wai matou | About us Well, it's not actually about us at all. It's about the people and communities we serve. Ngati Toa is a vibrant and influential iwi, firmly grounded in our cultural identity. And we're paddling our own waka forward in leading significant change in enhancing the mana, wellbeing and prosperity of Ngati Toa and the communities in which we thrive. Ko te tima | About the team You will join our team of three dentists and two Dental Assistants. Ko te turanga mahi | About the role Terms: Permanent 32-40 hours per week Based: Porirua The Dental Assistant is responsible for: Preparing and providing a safe clinical environment for clinical dental care, and supporting the dentist; and providing chairside assistance to the dentist and patient throughout the entire appointment. Advocating, assisting and supporting whanau to access and engage with the dental service. Following strict infection standards for dental practices at all times, including: Hand washing. Instrument sterilisation. Sharps and biohazard management. Chair and equipment management. Ko nga wheako ou | About you Well, after hearing about us and about the role, you'll know whether you're the right person, and whether now is the right time for you. Your high-level experience and professional expertise as a Dental Assistant is a given, and you will be excited to engage and learn alongside Ngati Toa. Of course, you'll be well practiced with/in Working knowledge of office technology (Office 365), and experience with Exact dental software (or similar). A positive and enthusiastic attitude. A passion for health and wellbeing of patients. But the thing that will really stand out is your love for the work, and the people. The Runanga is a diverse and inclusive organisation positioned to understand and serve our communities. So you'll be ready to give your best in the service of others, in areas that matter. And in return for your hard work, we can offer you: Work / Life Balance; Modern environment with friendly team; Kaimahi centred discounts across banking and wellbeing activities; Commitment to professional development; The opportunity to serve our iwi and community aspirations – to be a part of a bigger purpose. Excited? We are – because we're up to big things! If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch with Raewyn Devine on 027 808 6915. How to Apply: Fill out the application form below. Click green button - Apply Now - to submit application. If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to complete your application. Important: Double check your email is entered correctly. Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software. Please check your inbox (and junkmail) for application updates. Recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your job application. Text response to us costs your normal text price. Option to use Txt Free Reply. About Us We're always on the lookout for amazing people to join our whanau here at Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira. For us, it's about the people and communities we serve. Ngati Toa is a vibrant and influential iwi, firmly grounded in our cultural identity, and we're paddling our own waka in leading significant change in enhancing the mana, wellbeing and prosperity of Ngati Toa. Piki mai ki te waka o Te Runanga o Toa Rangatira e kokiri nei i te iwi o Ngati Toa ki pae tawhiti. Join us! Address: A Block, Whitireia Campus, 3 Wi Neera Drive, Porirua, Wellington. #J-18808-Ljbffr