Casual Dental Assistant & Front Desk Pro - Flexible Hours

Lumino The Dentists; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lumino The Dentists is seeking a Casual Dental Assistant/Receptionist/Sterilisation Assistant to support Lumino Symes de Silva. The role blends clinical and front‑of‑house duties and offers flexible hours as needed.

You will help during treatments, manage bookings and patient records, maintain infection control and instrument sterilisation, and ensure a welcoming environment. NZ work rights and a positive, team‑oriented attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable and enjoys being part of a team.
• Experience as Dental Assistant and/or Receptionist is preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills are essential.
• Good computer skills and the ability to learn new systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• Positive, flexible and can-do attitude.
• Valid New Zealand work rights required.

Responsibilities

• As a Dental Assistant, support dentists during a variety of treatments.
• Maintain infection control and sterilisation procedures.
• Manage stock and prepare equipment for procedures.
• Contribute to a calm, organised clinical environment.
• As a Receptionist, greet patients and assist with bookings and records.
• Process payments and handling basic administrative tasks.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations and a welcoming environment.
• As a Sterilisation Assistant, ensure sterilisation standards and instrument flow.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Flexibility

Attention to detail

Computer skills

NZ work rights

Job description

Lumino The Dentists is seeking a Casual Dental Assistant/Receptionist/Sterilisation Assistant to support Lumino Symes de Silva. The role blends clinical and front‑of‑house duties and offers flexible hours as needed.

You will help during treatments, manage bookings and patient records, maintain infection control and instrument sterilisation, and ensure a welcoming environment. NZ work rights and a positive, team‑oriented attitude are essential.