Casual Dental Assistant — Flexible Shifts & Training

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

Lumino Palmerston North is seeking a Casual Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. This role covers across the practice during annual leave, sick leave, and busy periods, offering flexibility and valuable experience in a professional dental setting.

You’ll assist clinicians, prepare rooms and instruments, maintain infection control, and support day-to-day operations to help the practice run smoothly.

Qualifications

• Previous Dental Assistant experience preferred, not essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive, reliable, and team-focused attitude.
• The ability to remain calm and organised in a busy clinical environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to patient care.
• Flexibility to work at short notice when required.
• Valid New Zealand work rights.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clinicians during a variety of dental procedures
• Preparing treatment rooms and instruments for patient appointments
• Maintaining high standards of infection control and sterilisation
• Providing reassurance and support to patients throughout their visit
• Managing stock and clinical supplies
• Supporting the wider team with day-to-day practice operations

Job description

Lumino Palmerston North is seeking a Casual Dental Assistant to join our friendly team. This role covers across the practice during annual leave, sick leave, and busy periods, offering flexibility and valuable experience in a professional dental setting.

You’ll assist clinicians, prepare rooms and instruments, maintain infection control, and support day-to-day operations to help the practice run smoothly.