* Dentist
* No daily targets with salary package starting $140,000-$220,000
* Excellent equipment - Two chair surgery with new OPG
* Package includes: registration, indemnity costs, vehicle, accommodation provided...
* ...student loan support, assistance with relocation costs, and bonus
* Visa Approved
Dentist Jobs in Gore, South Island, New Zealand. Not for profit health centre, salary with no targets + vehicle, accommodation, indemnity, registration, Visa and bonus.
* Dentist
* Gore, South Island, New Zealand
* A community owned, not for profit integrated health facility, with no daily targets
* Generous salary package (starting $140,000-$220,000) negotiable based on experience
* Package includes: registration, indemnity costs, vehicle, accommodation provided...
* ...student loan support, assistance with relocation costs, and bonus
* Very supportive environment providing CPD and training
* Excellent equipment - Two-chair surgery with new OPG
* Immigration Accredited Employer / Visa Approved
* Team supported by a very experienced dentist, dental assistants and administration support
* Reference: DW6689
Zest Dental is seeking an experienced dentist to join this friendly, community-owned dental practice in Gore, South Island. The role is ideally full-time, with working hours from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm, Monday to Friday (flexible). This is an excellent opportunity for a dentist to join a not-for-profit, integrated health facility that values work-life balance and does not have daily targets.
The practice offers a generous salary range, starting from $140,000 to $220,000 per year, with the package negotiable depending on experience. Additional benefits include registration, indemnity costs, a vehicle, accommodation, student loan support, relocation assistance, and a bonus. There is a strong emphasis on professional development, and the practice provides continuous CPD and training opportunities. The team is supported by a highly experienced dentist, dental assistants, and administration staff, ensuring a collaborative and supportive work environment.
The dentist will provide a range of general dentistry services, including restorations, hygiene, extractions, endodontics, and periodontics. Mentoring and support will be available from a seasoned dentist, and the practice values long-term relationships with their patients.
About You:
To be successful in this role, the dentist should have strong clinical experience, ideally 2+ years. A passion for delivering exceptional patient care and being an integral part of a rural community is essential. The ability to confidently plan and discuss treatment options with patients is key. Proficiency in all aspects of general dentistry and strong interpersonal skills are required, as is the ability to collaborate within a friendly team.
About Gore:
Known as the official home of country music in New Zealand and famous for its excellent fly-fishing, Gore is a rural town with a population of just over 12,000. It boasts affordable housing, excellent schools, and outstanding recreational, cultural, and sporting facilities. The practice is conveniently located 45 minutes from Invercargill and 90 minutes from Dunedin, making it a great location for those who appreciate a rural lifestyle while still having access to urban amenities. The town’s close-knit community and safe environment make it an ideal place to raise a family.
This position is perfect for someone with a few years of experience who enjoys rural living and is looking to make a long-term impact in a busy, well-supported practice.
The practice is accredited with Immigration New Zealand, and they are happy to support candidates with relocation and visa processes.
Successful candidates will be DCNZ registered or have qualified from New Zealand, Australia, the UK, or Ireland. If you are not already DCNZ registered, or not qualified from one of the above countries, please check with DCNZ to check your eligibility.
For further information regarding this position, confidential enquiries can be made by submitting your CV to ZEST Dental.
Zest Dental has been helping dentists and dental practices in the UK, New Zealand, and Australia to find their perfect job match since 2006.