Dental Assistant - Tamariki-Focused Care (Part-Time)

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to clinics

Job summary

Dental Assistant Te Awamutu & Surrounding areas is a part-time permanent position (32 hours per week) with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora. The role focuses on delivering friendly, safe dental care to tamariki and their whānau in the Te Awamutu region and surrounding areas.

You will support therapists and dentists, maintain high standards of infection control, and help guide families through appointments in a culturally respectful environment. Travel to other clinics may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and family engagement is valued.
• Reliable and organized with the ability to work in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities

• Clinical support to therapists and dentists during treatments.
• Maintain sterilisation and infection control.
• Prepare clinic and manage patient flow.

Job description

Dental Assistant Te Awamutu & Surrounding areas is a part-time permanent position (32 hours per week) with Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora. The role focuses on delivering friendly, safe dental care to tamariki and their whānau in the Te Awamutu region and surrounding areas.

You will support therapists and dentists, maintain high standards of infection control, and help guide families through appointments in a culturally respectful environment. Travel to other clinics may be required.