Kids-Focused Dental Assistant — Flexible Hours, Permanent

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Gisborne is seeking a dedicated Oral Health Practitioner to join our supportive team focused on improving equity and delivering high-quality oral health services to tamariki and whānau in Gisborne. On-the-job training will be provided, and the role offers flexible full-time or part-time hours within a permanent position.

We value teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication, with a focus on early intervention and equity for Māori and Pacific communities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and adolescents and a strong interest in oral health.
• Be a team player; who is flexible, self-motivated and has proven organisational and communication skills.
• Current first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• A full drivers license is essential

Skills

Child health experience

Team player

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Flexible, self-motivated

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – Gisborne is seeking a dedicated Oral Health Practitioner to join our supportive team focused on improving equity and delivering high-quality oral health services to tamariki and whānau in Gisborne. On-the-job training will be provided, and the role offers flexible full-time or part-time hours within a permanent position.

We value teamwork, adaptability, and strong communication, with a focus on early intervention and equity for Māori and Pacific communities.