Dentist

ZEST Dental Recruitment; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental recruitment agency is seeking a General Dentist in Wairoa, New Zealand. This role emphasizes community-focused care, and requires applicants to have DCNZ registration or qualifications from select countries. The position offers a salary between $95,000 and $115,000, along with modern mobile clinic technology. Ideal candidates will have strong clinical experience and a deep commitment to serving the local community.

Qualifications

• At least three years of clinical experience preferred.
• Strong applicants with less experience will also be considered.
• Compassion and genuine desire to contribute to community are essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive dental care and emergency treatments.
• Work collaboratively with healthcare professionals.
• Improve health equity through quality dental care.

Skills

Clinical experience

Diagnosis

Treatment planning

General dental procedures

Community-focused care

Cultural responsiveness

Education

DCNZ registration or qualification from NZ, Australia, UK or Ireland

Tools

Intraoral cameras

OPG

Digital x-rays

Job description

Dentist Jobs in Wairoa, New Zealand. Rewarding Opportunity to Deliver Community-Focused Dental Care in the Heart of Hawke’s Bay.
Zest Dental Recruitment, working in partnership with a community health organisation, is seeking to recruit a General Dentist.

• Community-Based Dental Service
• Dentist
• Wairoa, Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
• Full-time or part-time considered
• Salary: $95,000 – $115,000 + travel expenses
• Work from a fully equipped two-chair mobile dental unit
• Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
• Focus on whānau-centred, community-based care
• Reference: DW3967029

Job Overview

Zest Dental Recruitment is delighted to present this rare and rewarding opportunity for a dentist to make a real difference in Wairoa, Hawke’s Bay. This role is ideally suited to a compassionate and skilled practitioner who is passionate about improving access to quality oral healthcare within an underserved community.

Key Responsibilities

Your key responsibilities will include delivering comprehensive dental care, providing emergency and endodontic treatments, and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals in a culturally responsive manner. The service operates in partnership with Te Whatu Ora and is dedicated to improving health equity through accessible, quality dental care.

Qualifications & Experience

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of clinical experience, though strong applicants with slightly less experience will also be considered. You’ll be confident in diagnosis, treatment planning, and performing a full range of general dental procedures. Compassion, adaptability, and a genuine desire to contribute to the local community are essential.

Mobile Clinic Technology

The mobile clinic is fully equipped with modern technology, including intraoral cameras, OPG, and digital x-rays. The patient base is high-needs but deeply appreciative, making this a highly fulfilling role for a dentist who values meaningful work and community connection.

Living in Wairoa

Living in Wairoa offers a slower pace of life, surrounded by stunning natural scenery. Located between Napier and Gisborne, the region is known for its friendly locals, riverside walks, and proximity to some of the North Island’s most unspoiled beaches. It’s an ideal spot for those seeking a genuine sense of community while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

Application

Successful candidates will be DCNZ registered or have qualified from New Zealand, Australia, the UK, or Ireland. If you are not already DCNZ registered, or not qualified from one of the above countries, please check with DCNZ to check your eligibility.
For further information regarding this position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.