Casual Dental Assistant
Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Assisting dental procedures
- Sterilizing instruments
- Preparing dental materials
What they ask for
Previous dental assistant experience preferred; excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills; proficiency in computer software; ability to multi-task and be self-motivated.
About the job
Casual Dental Assistant
Lakes Community Oral Health Service
Based in Rotorua (Monday to Friday)
An exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Casual Dental Assistant and join our passionate community based oral health team at Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora, Lakes Community Oral Health Service, based in Rotorua.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
- Chairside Dental Assistance dental procedures
- Sterilisation and Infection Control
- Preparation of dental materials and dental products
- Managing stock levels
- Administration procedures and processes
- High customer service and professional dental care to tamariki and whanau
- On the job training and ongoing professional development provided for the successful person.
About the Team/Service/Location
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here
About you
You should have:
- Previous experience as a Dental Assistant (preferred)
- Excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills
- Proficiency in computer software applications
- Ability to multi-task and be self-motivated
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Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.