Oral Health Therapist Team Lead (Rotorua) Fixed-term 12 months Parental Leave Cover
Full Time (40 hours per week)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

Mō te tūranga | About the role
An exciting opportunity has become available to work as an Oral Health Therapist Team Lead (Rotorua) for 12 months to cover parental leave and join our passionate Community Oral Health Rotorua team.

• Excellent communication skills, flexibility within a team and willing to work across a variety of clinical settings
• Ability to positively lead a dynamic team to improve oral health wellbeing for tamariki
• Ability to lead others and support the growth and development of other staff
• Enthusiasm, energy and a focus within an ever-changing environment
• Permanent Full time

Mō koe | About you

• Have a helpful, flexible, positive, and adaptable disposition
• Thrive in a busy and client-focused team
• Experience working within oral health settings
• Experience working across diverse groups
• Confidence and willingness to embrace Te Reo Māori
• A sound understanding of Te Reo Māori me onā Tikanga

Mō Tātou | About us
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 well known for its many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, skiing, and fishing. Family friendly beaches are also an hour’s drive away. The Lakes district has a growing multi-cultural community and is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience in an excellent and supportive work environment.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

• Competitive salary
• Free staff onsite parking
• Access to Employee Assistance Program
• A supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment
• Access to Rotorua Business Chamber member deals and discounts

Awhe utu | Salary range
$77,076 to $116,390 pro-rated to hours worked.

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Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now” or visit our careers page at https://www.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. Please note that we do not accept money for any job offer.

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