Lead Waikato dental services to deliver high-quality equitable oral health across fixed and mobile clinics

Manager Dental Services

You will lead a skilled and motivated oral health team made up of top professionals in their field, while collaborating closely with other supportive Dental Managers to service the greater Waikato Region. Your team will be based at fixed and mobile dental clinics, servicing Western Waikato, Frankton and surrounds. This is a pivotal role in our service and requires the highest level of professionalism, sensitivity, and respect. We are a dedicated and driven team, so you’ll need to be ready to work hard to reach our goals. In return, you will lead a diverse, positive team committed to supporting our community and helping our young people stay healthy.

Our service is committed to being a leader in oral health, working to eliminate health inequities and achieve health equity within our community. We care for patients of all ages from across the Midlands region and collaborate closely with a diverse range of specialist services to ensure the best patient outcomes. We value strong, trusting relationships with the people who access our services and their whānau. Providing high-quality dental care and improving oral health is always our top priority!

Required skills & experience:

  • Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
  • Experience in a leadership role, managing a team of ten or more people.
  • Experience with budget management and knowledge of integrated service delivery.
  • Strong communication skills with demonstrated capability to lead, influence, and confidently challenge when needed.
  • Demonstrated ability to articulate complex matters with clarity and deliver appropriate, solutions-focused recommendations.
  • Previous experience managing a dental or medical practice is desirable but not essential.

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.

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