Dental Assistant| Lumino Taradale | Full Time

At Lumino , we're passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and creating positive experiences for every person who walks through our doors. As New Zealand's largest dental network, with over 130 practices nationwide , we're proud to be at the heart of our communities, providing high-quality dental care while supporting our clinicians and teams to thrive.

At Lumino Taradale , we're dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where both our patients and team members feel valued and supported.

We are currently looking for an experienced and reliable Dental Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Lumino Taradale .

As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our clinicians and ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care. This is a hands-on role where you'll work chairside alongside our dentists, assist with sterilisation and infection control, and help maintain the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care, and thrives as part of a collaborative team.

Hours

This is a full-time position . Hours are negotiable, however ideally you will be available to work at least 4 days per week, between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday . Flexibility is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Assisting clinicians during a variety of dental procedures; Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient appointments; Ensuring patient comfort before, during, and after treatment; Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation; Cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilising instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control protocols; Monitoring sterilisation processes and maintaining compliance records; Restocking treatment rooms and clinical supplies; Assisting with stock management and monthly ordering; Supporting the team to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient clinical environment

Requirements

Previous Dental Assistant experience (1+ years preferred); A strong understanding of infection control and sterilisation procedures; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Confidence working in a fast-paced clinical environment; Experience using dental practice management software, ideally EXACT; Strong organisational skills and attention to detail; A positive, proactive, and team-focused approach; A genuine passion for patient care and delivering exceptional service