Hospital Dental Assistant - Nelson Hospital (Part-Time)

Bring your enthusiasm and customer service skills to our hospital dental department
Permanent part-time position
Previous dental assistant experience is preferred

About the role
We are a vibrant team of five dental assistants supporting our dentists care for in-patients and out-patients eligible for hospital dental services. We work in modern facilities and are focussed on providing a high standard of general oral health care to our patients/clients.
You will be required to provide dental assistance for dental clinicians in both dental clinics and theatre and complete a range of associated administration duties to a high standard.
This is a permanent part-time position available working up to 64 hours a fortnight. Our service operates between the hours of 8.00AM and 5.00PM Monday to Friday.
About you
Previous dental assisting experience, a NZDA or NZQA Level 3 Certificate in Dental Assisting and knowledge of dental software management systems would be advantageous, but is not essential. If you do not have the NZQA qualification you will be required to complete this certificate within 2 years of commencing employment.
You will have great interpersonal skills and a high standard of oral and written communication. You will enjoy working in a supportive team, demonstrating enthusiasm and the willingness to be versatile and adaptable.
About us
Nelson Marlborough Health (NMH) is the main health service provider for New Zealand's Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough regions, serving nearly 145,000 people across two main hospitals, public health and a range of community services. We provide a great place to work with professional development opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programmes.
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How to apply
For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on ********** or 03 546 1274.
Keen to apply now, it's easy. Please complete our online application form.
https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz/job
Ref: N19-262
Applications close: Thursday 6thJune