Dental Assistant | Chairside Support & Patient Care

Lumino the Dentists; Aorangi; On-site; NZD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lumino Feilding is seeking a friendly and reliable Dental Assistant to join our team. This part-time role supports dentists and hygienists, with Monday–Friday 8:15am–5:15pm, in a busy Feilding clinic. You will help provide chairside assistance and ensure patients feel comfortable throughout their visit.

If you have healthcare experience and strong communication, infection control, and organisational skills, you will fit well in our supportive practice that values patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Dental Assistant or in healthcare is preferred.
• Able to follow instructions and maintain hygiene standards.
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting dentists and hygienists during a range of dental procedures
• Chairside support and helping ensure patients feel comfortable during visits
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for procedures
• Sterilising instruments and maintaining infection control standards
• Supporting patient arrivals and maintaining accurate patient records
• Assisting with appointment scheduling and general administration when required
• Working closely with the wider practice team to keep the day running smoothly

Skills

Strong patient care

Excellent communication

Infection control

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Job description

Lumino Feilding is seeking a friendly and reliable Dental Assistant to join our team. This part-time role supports dentists and hygienists, with Monday–Friday 8:15am–5:15pm, in a busy Feilding clinic. You will help provide chairside assistance and ensure patients feel comfortable throughout their visit.

If you have healthcare experience and strong communication, infection control, and organisational skills, you will fit well in our supportive practice that values patient care and teamwork.