Dental Kaiarahi

About the Role

As an essential part of the Mene Mai Ano team, you will contribute significantly to Kahungunu Executive's mission to deliver culturally respectful, equitable, and tailored dental care services within the Wairoa community.

Primary Duties

• Assist the Mene Mai Ano clinical team during dental procedures by providing chairside support.
• Maintain a safe and efficient environment for patients receiving dental care.
• Ensure clinics are properly prepared and comply with infection control regulations and standards.
• Support oral health services by managing patient administration, upholding infection control, promoting oral health education, and creating a welcoming, culturally safe atmosphere for whānau.

Qualifications and Skills Needed

• A genuine passion for supporting whānau and enhancing community health outcomes.
• Excellent communication abilities coupled with strong relationship-building skills.
• A positive, respectful, and empathetic approach towards service delivery.
• The capacity to work collaboratively within a team and adhere to clinical protocols.
• Exceptional organizational skills with a focus on detail and confidentiality.
• A commitment to maintaining high health, safety, and infection control standards.
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning, professional development, and participation in training.
• A proactive attitude combined with reliability, initiative, and problem-solving capability.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with the Whānau Ora healthcare model.
• Understanding of health, social, and community support systems.
• Established community connections and knowledge of local service providers.
• Awareness of pertinent legislation such as the Privacy Act and Health & Disability Standards.
• Experience working with children (tamariki), youth (rangatahi), whānau, and Māori populations.
• Previous involvement in healthcare, dental, or community support roles.

Personal Characteristics

• Deep dedication to promoting whānau wellbeing.
• Empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental attitude.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Professional, positive, and approachable demeanor.
• Self-driven with strong initiative.
• Adaptability and flexibility in dynamic work settings.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving aptitude.
• Dependable with a solid work ethic and dedication to delivering quality service.