Dental House Officer Pgy1 Commencing January 2026

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

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**

This position offers the opportunity to gain experience in general practice dentistry including treatment planning, exodontia, conservative dentistry, pedodontics, radiography, prosthodontics, orthodontics, oral medicine, and special needs dentistry.

The role requires participation in an on-call roster, working closely with the Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons. You will gain considerable experience in treating patients who are medically compromised, providing minor oral surgery and treatments under general anaesthesia.

**About the Team**

When you work with Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Canterbury District, your part of something very special. We plan, fund and deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the forefront of all our conversations.

Facilities within Canterbury District include:

- Christchurch Women - s Hospital
- Hillmorton Hospital and the Princes Margaret Hospital - Mental Health Services
- Burwood Hospital - Older Persons Health and Rehabilitation Services, including the Spinal injuries Unit
- Ashburton Hospital - General Hospital, south of Christchurch

You will gain world class experience with varied case mixes and a high level of medical education, training and supervision. With 600 Resident Doctors employed at Canterbury, you will join a team committed to serving their community. You can learn more here
- Be supported by our Resident Doctors - Support Team (RDST)
- Access support at all hours, including after-hours support from the Clinical Team Coordinators and SMOs

**About you**
- Batchelor of Dental Surgery
- Knowledge and commitment of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and how the principles can be applied to health.
- A willingness to grow and further develop an equity lens and skillset, both to assist Māori and minority groups.

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