Dental Assistant

Newtown Dental Surgery; Wellington; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Newtown Dental in Wellington is seeking a skilled Dental Assistant to support clinicians and keep front desk duties running smoothly. You will provide chairside assistance, prepare rooms and instruments, maintain infection control, and help with patient scheduling and records.

Join a close-knit team at a modern practice focused on high-quality care. The role offers a minimum 30 hours per week with some evenings and weekend flexibility, and pay between $25 and $30 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a dental or healthcare environment.
• Hands-on chairside assisting.
• Solid understanding of sterilisation and clinical workflows.
• Strong communication with patients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance to dentists during procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and materials before appointments.
• Maintain infection control protocols and sterilise instruments.
• Support patient care through administrative tasks and documentation.
• Manage patient bookings, recalls, and follow-ups to ensure continuity of care.
• Assist with stock control and ordering of clinical supplies.
• Deliver high-quality patient service across phone, email, and in-person interactions.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Infection control

Patient coordination

Administrative tasks

Job description

At Newtown Dental, we’re a close-knit team committed to delivering exceptional care and creating positive patient experiences.

Located in the heart of Wellington, we provide a full range of dental services, from preventative care to advanced restorative and emergency treatment, using modern technology in a supportive and patient-focused environment.

About the Role

As a Dental Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting both the clinical and administrative functions of the practice. This is a hands‑on position where you will contribute directly to patient care through chairside assistance while also ensuring the smooth coordination of day‑to‑day operations.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and thrives in a fast-paced environment, combining clinical support with patient coordination and administrative responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing chairside assistance to Dentists during a range of clinical procedures

Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials prior to patient appointments

Ensuring strict adherence to infection control protocols, including sterilisation of instruments and maintenance of clinical environments

Supporting the delivery of safe, high‑quality patient care through effective clinical assistance

Managing patient bookings, recalls, and follow‑up appointments to ensure continuity of care

Maintaining accurate patient records and supporting administrative documentation processes

Assisting with stock control, ordering supplies, and ensuring availability of clinical materials

Delivering a high standard of patient service across phone, email, and in‑person interactions

Working closely with Dentists, hygienists, and therapists to ensure a coordinated and efficient workflow

Supporting general administrative tasks and contributing to continuous improvement of practice operations

Remuneration & Hours

Location: Newtown, Wellington

Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week, including flexibility to work evenings and weekends

Pay: $25 – $30 per hour, depending on experience

About You

You are an organised and reliable professional with at least 2 years’ experience in a dental or healthcare environment, with hands‑on exposure to chairside assisting and practice administration. You have a solid understanding of clinical workflows, sterilisation processes, and patient coordination within a busy practice setting.

You bring strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. You are confident communicating with patients and colleagues and take pride in delivering a high level of customer service across all interactions.

You enjoy working as part of a collaborative team and are willing to support both clinical and administrative functions as needed. With a positive and adaptable approach, you contribute to a professional and welcoming environment and are committed to maintaining high standards in all aspects of your work.

Working Here

You’ll be part of a friendly, experienced, and supportive team that values collaboration, professionalism, and high‑quality care. Our practice offers modern facilities, strong patient demand, and an environment where you can continue to grow your clinical skills and career.

Newtown Dental provides gentle, high-quality dental care for the whole family. From routine check‑ups and hygiene to emergency treatment, root canals, crowns, implants, and wisdom teeth removal, our experienced team is committed to helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile.

Newtown Dental provides gentle, high-quality dental care for the whole family. From routine check‑ups and hygiene to emergency treatment, root canals, crowns, implants, and wisdom teeth removal, our experienced team is committed to helping you achieve a healthy, confident smile.