Dental Assistant |Lumino Karori | Casual

Lumino The Dentists; Wellington; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lumino Karori is seeking a casual Dental Assistant to join our friendly Karori team. You will work with clinicians to support a range of dental procedures, ensuring chairside assistance, room preparation and infection control are maintained to a high standard.

The role requires strong organisational skills, excellent communication and a patient-focused approach, with the flexibility to cover shifts as needed in a busy practice within the Lumino network.

Qualifications

• Sterilisation and infection-control procedures are essential.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Flexibility to support the team as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures.
• Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, equipment and materials.
• Maintain sterilisation and infection-control standards.
• Support patients to feel comfortable during appointments.
• Keep surgeries organised and stocked for the day.
• Collaborate with the wider team to ensure smooth running of the practice.

Skills

Sterilisation & infection-control

Organisation & multitasking

Communication & interpersonal skills

Teamwork & collaboration

Flexibility & reliability

Job description

Dental Assistant |Lumino Karori | Casual

• Casual
• Region: Wellington Blenheim and Christchurch

Here at Lumino, we are made up of a talented team of professionals who are passionate about providing exceptional patient experiences and high-quality dental care. With 119 practices nationwide, we're proud to be part of communities across New Zealand while providing ongoing support and development for our people.

Lumino Karori is looking for a Dental Assistant to join our friendly team on a casual basis!

As one of our Dental Assistants, you'll work alongside our clinicians and wider practice team to provide excellent patient care and ensure the smooth running of our surgeries.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Providing chairside assistance to our clinicians during a variety of dental procedures
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, equipment and materials
• Sterilisation and infection control, ensuring best-practice standards are maintained
• Supporting patients throughout their appointments and helping them feel comfortable and well cared for
• Keeping surgeries organised, stocked and ready for the day
• Working collaboratively with the wider team to support the smooth running of the practice

As this is a casual position, flexibility is important. You'll be someone we can rely on to provide additional support to the team when required.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:

• A good understanding of sterilisation and infection-control procedures
• A warm, professional and patient-focused approach
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, team-oriented attitude
• Flexibility and a willingness to support the team when needed
• Confidence learning new systems and processes
• valid nz work rights and live locally

Why join Lumino Karori?

• Casual flexibility: A great opportunity if you're looking for work that can fit around other commitments.
• Supportive team environment: Join a welcoming practice where teamwork, kindness and communication are genuinely valued.
• Variety in your day: Work alongside experienced clinicians and gain exposure to a range of patients and dental procedures.
• Keep building your skills: Stay connected to dentistry and continue developing your Dental Assistant experience in a hands‑on environment.
• Part of the wider Lumino network: Be part of one of New Zealand's largest dental healthcare providers, with opportunities across our network.

Whether you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking for additional hours or simply wanting the flexibility of casual work, we'd love to hear from you.