DA /Receptionist /Sterilisation Assistant|Lumino Symes de Silva | Casual

Abano Healthcare Group; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumino Symes de Silva in Wellington is seeking a Casual Dental Assistant/Receptionist/Sterilisation Assistant to join our team. This varied role supports clinical and front-of-house activities, with flexible hours to fit your availability.

As part of New Zealand’s largest dental network, you’ll help maintain infection control, manage bookings, assist dentists, and ensure a calm, welcoming patient experience while building valuable dental skills.

Qualifications

• Friendly, reliable, and enjoys being part of a team.
• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant and/or Receptionist.
• Dental or healthcare experience would be an advantage.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Good computer skills and the ability to learn new systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• A positive, flexible and can-do attitude.
• Valid New Zealand work rights.

Responsibilities

• Support dentists during a variety of treatments.
• Maintain infection control and sterilisation procedures.
• Manage stock and equipment preparation.
• Greet patients and manage appointments and records.
• Process payments, banking, and other administrative tasks.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day operations and a welcoming environment.

Skills

Dental Assistant experience

Receptionist experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability / flexible attitude

NZ work rights

Job description

Company Description

Welcome to Lumino Symes de Silva

At Lumino, we’re passionate about providing exceptional patient care and creating a positive experience for everyone who walks through our doors.

Lumino Symes de Silva has a long-standing reputation for providing high-quality dental care in a warm and professional environment. You’ll be joining a friendly and supportive team that works together to deliver great care to our patients.

Job Description

We are looking for a Casual Dental Assistant/Receptionist / Sterilisation Assistantto join our team at Lumino Symes de Silva.

This is a varied role where you’ll have the opportunity to support both the clinical and front-of-house sides of the practice. As a casual team member, you’ll provide additional support to the practice when required.

As a Dental Assistant, you’ll:

• Support our dentists during a variety of treatments


• Maintain strict infection control and sterilisation procedures


• Manage stock and equipment preparation


• Contribute to a calm, organised clinical environment

As a Receptionist, your responsibilities include:

• Greeting and assisting patients with warmth and professionalism


• Managing appointment bookings and patient records


• Processing payments, banking, and other administrative tasks


• Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and a welcoming environment

As a Sterilisation Assistant, you’ll:

• Ensure the highest standards of sterilisation and infection control


• Thoroughly clean and sterilise a wide range of dental tools and kits


• Support the clinical team by maintaining a safe and efficient instrument flow


• Work alongside experienced Dentists, gaining valuable insight into our practice and a rare opportunity to learn from some of the best

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you’ll be someone who is friendly, reliable and enjoys being part of a team.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant and/or Receptionist


• Dental or healthcare experience would be an advantage


• Strong communication and customer service skills


• Good computer skills and the ability to learn new systems


• Excellent attention to detail and organisation


• A positive, flexible and can-do attitude


• Valid New Zealand work rights

Additional Information

Why join us?

As part of the Lumino team, you’ll be joining New Zealand’s largest dental network while still enjoying the friendly, close-knit environment of a local practice.

As this is a casual position, hours will be offered as required, making this a great opportunity for someone looking for flexibility while continuing to build their dental experience.

If you’re a reliable team player who enjoys working with people and providing great patient care, we’d love to hear from you.