Flexible Dental Assistant — Botany/Ormiston (Part‑Time)

1300SMILES Ltd; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Friendly team

Job summary

Lumino Botany in East Auckland is seeking a friendly, reliable Dental Assistant for a part-time, fixed-term role. You’ll support clinicians across two well-established East Auckland practices, with one day per week at Lumino Ormiston, creating variety and valuable experience.

You will assist during dental procedures, prepare rooms, uphold infection control, and maintain patient records while delivering excellent patient care in a modern, patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant or within a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• A positive, patient-focused approach is important.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Confident using computer systems and technology.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• A professional, reliable, and team-oriented attitude.
• Valid New Zealand work rights and full NZ driver’s licence with reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Assisting clinicians during a variety of dental procedures.
• Preparing and cleaning treatment rooms.
• Maintaining infection control and sterilisation standards.
• Providing exceptional patient care and support during appointments.
• Managing instruments, materials, and clinical stock.
• Completing clinical administration and maintaining patient records.
• Working with the team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Skills

Dental assistant experience

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient-focused

Organisational skills

Tech literacy

Teamwork

Professionalism

Job description

Lumino Botany in East Auckland is seeking a friendly, reliable Dental Assistant for a part-time, fixed-term role. You’ll support clinicians across two well-established East Auckland practices, with one day per week at Lumino Ormiston, creating variety and valuable experience.

You will assist during dental procedures, prepare rooms, uphold infection control, and maintain patient records while delivering excellent patient care in a modern, patient-focused environment.