Oral Health Therapists - New Graduate 2026 or Experienced

Oral Health Therapists - New Graduate 2026 or Experienced, Motueka, Nelson/Stoke/Richmond or Wairau

• Our staff will tell you how much they love the relationships formed over the years with children and their families/whanau. 
• We understand the need for a good work/life balance and can help you to create what is right for you. 

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

We are looking for Oral Health Therapists to join our team in either Nelson/Stoke/Richmond or Motueka or Marlborough.

As an Oral Health Therapist, you will be committed to best practice prevention and treatment. We support therapists to grow their practice skills to offer the full range of preventative and restorative options.

The role offers you a great team environment providing oral health services to some of the 23,000 children across the region who are enrolled from birth.

We have 1 position,  which is a total of 1.0 FTE position and made up of 0.6 FTE permanent and 0.4 FTE fixed term for 12 months.  This position can be based in any of one of our three Hubs which are located in Motueka or Richmond/Stoke/Nelson or Wairau.  Please indicate your preference of Hub location in your cover letter.

• The position works 5 days per week between 8.00AM to 5.00PM with one hour lunch break (12.30pm – 1.30pm). 

About the Team/Service/ Location

We have several locations:  Nelson, Stoke, Richmond, Motueka and Blenheim.  Our facilities are modern and computerised, using Titanium with digital radiography.  We employ 1:1 ratio of dental assistants to therapists with reception staff to support.  Whether you are a new/recent graduate or an experienced practitioner you will be supported by your Clinical Coordinator and Professional Leader as we tailor our orientation to your needs.

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About you

As an Oral Health Therapist, you will: 

• Be registered New Zealand Dental Therapist / Oral Health Therapist with annual practicing certificate,
• Have sound knowledge of oral health promotion,
• Have excellent organisation and time management skills,
• Be flexible and adaptable withing a changing environment. 

The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ visa at the time of applying. 

Working at Health New Zealand

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. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 11 January 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

Sonja Rae (Recruitment) sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR

Kirsty Rance - Team Leader via Kirsty.Rance@nmdhb.govt.nz .

Job ref: R1N25-307

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.