Dynamic Pediatric Dental Assistant - Fixed-Term

New Zealand Government; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the Morrinsville oral health team. The role involves working in fixed clinics and mobile units across the Southern team, primarily based in Morrinsville with flexibility to cover other sites in the Waikato.

You will assist with dental care for preschool and school-age children, support oral health therapists and dentists, and help with clinic administration.

Qualifications

• Full current driver’s licence.
• Ability to prioritise effectively.
• Good communication and leadership.
• Computer literacy.
• Conscientious and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Assist oral health clinicians in clinics and mobile units.
• Provide support with clinic administration and child patient care.

Skills

Driver's license

Prioritisation

Communication

Leadership

Computer skills

Reliability

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Dental Assistant to support the Morrinsville oral health team. The role involves working in fixed clinics and mobile units across the Southern team, primarily based in Morrinsville with flexibility to cover other sites in the Waikato.

You will assist with dental care for preschool and school-age children, support oral health therapists and dentists, and help with clinic administration.