Dental Assistant - Clinical Support & Admin Growth

Lumino The Dentists; Wellington; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumino Johnsonville is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to provide chairside support to our dentists and help with reception tasks when needed. You will focus on patient comfort, infection control and efficient clinic operations.

This varied role offers hands-on clinical duties and administrative responsibilities, with on-going learning and teamwork valued to deliver excellent patient care in a busy dental practice.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Confidence using computers and practice management software (training provided).
• Positive, flexible and team-oriented approach.
• Willingness to learn and contribute across clinical and reception duties.

Responsibilities

• Providing chairside assistance during dental procedures and ensuring patient comfort.
• Maintaining high standards of infection control, sterilisation and clinical room preparation.
• Welcoming patients and assisting with reception duties, including appointment scheduling and patient records.
• Completing administrative tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice through teamwork and clear communication.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Organisational skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Tools

Practice management software

Job description

Lumino Johnsonville is seeking a friendly Dental Assistant to provide chairside support to our dentists and help with reception tasks when needed. You will focus on patient comfort, infection control and efficient clinic operations.

This varied role offers hands-on clinical duties and administrative responsibilities, with on-going learning and teamwork valued to deliver excellent patient care in a busy dental practice.