Dental Assistant - Chairside Support & Patient Care

Lumino The Dentists; Auckland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumino The Dentists is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant in Auckland to support clinicians and the wider practice team. You will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations and provide excellent patient care in a busy, friendly environment.

In this full-time role, you’ll assist dentists during procedures, prepare rooms and instruments, maintain infection control, and contribute to a welcoming experience for every patient. Join one of New Zealand’s largest dental networks and grow with us.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or within a similar clinical environment.
• Friendly, professional and caring approach to patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work well as part of a busy and supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting our dentists during a range of dental procedures.
• Providing chairside support and helping patients feel comfortable throughout their treatment.
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments and materials for procedures.
• Sterilising instruments and maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Ensuring clinical areas are clean, organised and ready for patients.
• Supporting the wider practice team with general duties as required.
• Helping create a welcoming and positive experience for our patients.

Skills

Dental Assistant experience

Patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Lumino The Dentists is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant in Auckland to support clinicians and the wider practice team. You will help ensure smooth day-to-day operations and provide excellent patient care in a busy, friendly environment.

In this full-time role, you’ll assist dentists during procedures, prepare rooms and instruments, maintain infection control, and contribute to a welcoming experience for every patient. Join one of New Zealand’s largest dental networks and grow with us.