Dentist
UPANE KA UPANE, WHITI TE RA!
Advancing together into a brighter future
Ko wai mātou | About us
Well, it’s not actually about us at all. It’s about the people and communities we serve. Ngāti Toa is a vibrant and influential iwi, firmly grounded in our cultural identity. We’re paddling our own waka forward in leading significant change in enhancing the mana, wellbeing and prosperity of Ngāti Toa and the communities in which we thrive.
Ko te tīmā | About the team
Based at our Cannons Creek Medical practice, our service and kaimahi (employees) pride ourselves on providing exceptional manaaki (care) and awhi (support) for our vibrant, diverse communities. Our unique practice, and operating model means that as a Rūnanga, we have a broad range of services (dental services, community health services and social work connections) that place people at the heart of our work.
Ko te tūranga mahi | About the role
Terms: Part-Time
Based: Ora Toa Cannons Creek
The Dentist is responsible for providing and coordinating quality dental care for patients of the dental practice.
Ko ngā wheako ōu | About you
After hearing about us and about the role, you’ll know whether you’re the right person, and whether now is the right time for you. Your high-level experience and professional expertise in dentistry is a given, and you will be excited to engage and learn alongside Ngāti Toa.
Of course, you’ll be well practiced with/in
Engaging with all people to sustain productive relationships.
Ensuring patients understand their condition and treatment options and obtain informed consent for procedures.
Undertake diagnostic, surgical and clinical dental treatment to an appropriate standard and within the scope of training and experience.
Ensuring accurate documentation of assessment and clinical treatment provided
Providing leadership by contributing to coaching and mentoring of fellow colleagues, sharing skills and experience to build capability and capacity, and participating in activities that lift the capability of all Rūnanga staff.
Liaise, where appropriate, with clinical associates and dental specialists involved with the patient’s care.
Supervise and support the work of the Dental Assistant
Comply with current NZDA Codes of Practice Competency and continuing Professional Development.
But the thing that will really stand out is your love for the work, and the people. The Rūnanga is a diverse and inclusive organisation positioned to understand and serve our communities. So you’ll be ready to give your best in the service of others, in areas that matter.
And in return for your hard work, we can offer you:
Work / Life Balance;
Modern environment with friendly team;
Kaimahi centred discounts across banking and wellbeing activities;
Commitment to professional development;
The opportunity to serve our iwi and community aspirations – to be a part of a bigger purpose.
Excited? We are – because we’re up to big things! If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch with Raewyn Devine on +64 27 808 6915
Applications will be received until a suitable candidate has been identified.