Rural Oral Health Therapist - Full-Time Impact

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Matamata; Hybrid; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand in Waikato invites a registered Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist to join our southern oral health team in Matamata. The role blends fixed-clinic work with mobile visits, contributing to our national health transformation and reducing inequalities.

You will manage comprehensive oral health services, develop care plans, educate patients, and collaborate with the wider health team to deliver holistic care. We welcome graduates and experienced practitioners.

Qualifications

• Up-to-date clinical skills and knowledge for oral health therapy.
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in care.
• Ability to work with whanau and diverse communities.
• Collaborative mindset within a multidisciplinary health team.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct oral health assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Provide preventive and therapeutic dental treatments.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and disease prevention.
• Collaborate with the wider healthcare team to promote holistic patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Clinical skills

Cultural competence

Team collaboration

Patient education

Adaptability

Job description

Health New Zealand in Waikato invites a registered Dental Therapist/Oral Health Therapist to join our southern oral health team in Matamata. The role blends fixed-clinic work with mobile visits, contributing to our national health transformation and reducing inequalities.

You will manage comprehensive oral health services, develop care plans, educate patients, and collaborate with the wider health team to deliver holistic care. We welcome graduates and experienced practitioners.