Paediatric Dental Registrar (Fixed-term 12 months, 2027)

About the role

Hutt Hospital is offering a 12-month fixed-term Paediatric Dental Registrar position, commencing in February 2027. The Dental Unit serves the Hutt Valley community and provides regional and sub-regional services for paediatric and special needs patients. It is an RACDS-accredited training hospital for Special Needs Dentistry, Paediatric Dentistry and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, so successful candidates work alongside other registrars and specialist consultants.

Required profile

• Dental Officer with hospital-based paediatric dentistry experience at PGY1 level or above
• Additional private practice experience is useful but not essential
• Eligibility for general or provisional general registration with the Dental Council of New Zealand
• NZ or Australian citizenship or residency, or an appropriate visa to live and work in New Zealand
• Three references on the National Dental RMO Reference form, sent by referees to the recruitment team

What we offer

• A supportive workplace culture with commitment to ongoing professional development
• Comprehensive orientation programme, training and study opportunities, and peer support
• Guidance and support from three Paediatric Specialists
• Location in the Hutt Valley, 15 minutes from Wellington city centre

RMO salaries are based on previous years of experience and average weekly hours, as set out in the collective agreement. Applications close on 8 November 2026.