Dentist

The Fono; Kaipātiki; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fono in City, Auckland is seeking a skilled, patient-focused Dentist to join our maternity leave cover; initially full-time for six months, then transitioning to 32 hours per week.

You will provide diagnostic, preventative, restorative and emergency care, work with a multidisciplinary team, and support infection control and quality improvement.

We welcome applicants who value culturally responsive, patient-centred care and building relationships with patients and whānau.

Qualifications

• Dentist must hold current registration and be eligible to practise in Auckland.
• Experience in endodontics, crowns and cosmetic procedures preferred.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to infection control and high quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality diagnostic, preventative, restorative and emergency dental care.
• Develop treatment plans and obtain informed consent.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Liaise with specialists and dental technicians to support patient care.
• Supervise and support Dental Assistants; ensure infection control compliance.
• Participate in clinical audits and professional development.

Skills

Endodontics

Crowns

Cosmetic dentistry

General dentistry

Infection control

Job description

We are seeking a skilled, patient-focused Dentist to join our City clinic in a maternity leave cover position. The role offers a full-time start before transitioning to a 32-hour part-time position after six months.

We are seeking a skilled, patient-focused Dentist to join our City clinic in a maternity leave cover position.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established and growing dental service that delivers high-quality oral health care to both community and private patients across Auckland.

Initially, the role will be full-time for at least the first six months to ensure continuity of care and support increasing patient demand. Following this period, the position will transition to a part-time schedule.

As part of The Fono's integrated model of care, you will work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team committed to improving health outcomes and delivering culturally responsive, patient-centred services.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who are passionate about clinical excellence and building meaningful relationships with patients and whānau.

About you

What you will do -

Deliver high-quality diagnostic, preventative, restorative, and emergency dental care including: including endodontics (RCT), crowns, aesthetic/ cosmetic procedures, crown and bridge work, and general treatment.

Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans while ensuring patients understand their oral health conditions and treatment options.

Obtain informed consent and maintain accurate clinical records and treatment documentation.

Provide comprehensive dental treatment within your scope of practice and professional expertise.

Liaise effectively with dental specialists, technicians, and other healthcare professionals to support patient care.

Supervise and support Dental Assistants to ensure efficient clinical operations and adherence to infection control protocols.

Maintain compliance with current clinical guidelines, practice protocols, health and safety requirements, and infection prevention standards.

Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement initiatives, and ongoing professional development activities.

Contribute positively to a collaborative team culture focused on excellence in patient care.

Location: City