We are looking for a dentist to clinically support our Community Oral Health Service. This district-wide role offers you the opportunity to primarily undertake hands-on delivery of dental services for children who have treatment needs that are beyond the scope of an Oral Health Therapist. We have a number of fixed and mobile locations throughout the Southern District that you will be required to work at.
You must be comfortable using nitrous oxide sedation in a community setting. Other duties include virtual triage and advice, clinical governance, and advocating innovations for dental health for our Southern district communities. As we enter a period of transformation, there may be further opportunities to treat adolescents and adults. Our Oral Health team works collaboratively with our partners, and our focus is on improving the dental health and wellbeing of our southern communities where we live, learn, work, and play.
Working with us means active participation in a value-based and inclusive organisation; therefore your leadership and coaching capabilities will play a part in scoping, advocating, and leading the standards of dental health services.
About You
You will already hold registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand. A full driver's licence is required, and travel will be necessary. Must be able to provide Nitrous Oxide sedation in a community setting.
Health New Zealand - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote, and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
Utu whanui | Salary range
This role belongs to the ASMS Collective Agreement – Medical Officer and falls between the Step 1 ($142,683) and Step 14 ($210,933 per annum pro rata) – dependant on prior experience.
Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.
For a job description or further information, please contact Agatha Chen, Recruitment Advisor – Senior Medical Officers with your CV. Phone: +64 3 470 9604 or email: ******.
In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:
Occupational Health Assessment
Police Vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)
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