Orthodontic Assistant — Flexible Hours & Digital Care

FMTurner Ortho LTd; Waitakere Ranges; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FMTurner Ortho LTd – Waitakere, North Island is seeking an orthodontic assistant to join our busy specialist practice. You will support orthodontists with a full range of clinical work and deliver high-quality patient care.

The role involves assisting, instrument sterilisation, digital records, model pouring and trimming, plus some administrative duties. NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa is required.

Qualifications

• Previous dental experience is essential.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Reliable, enthusiastic team player with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthodontists with a full range of clinical work.
• Educate and care for patients throughout treatment.
• Sterilise instruments and maintain infection control.
• Take digital patient records and manage paperwork.
• Pour and trim dental models and perform some admin duties.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Empathy

Initiative

Motivation

Clinical skills

Education

NZ residency or NZ work visa

Tools

Dental software

Digital records

Job description

FMTurner Ortho LTd – Waitakere, North Island is seeking an orthodontic assistant to join our busy specialist practice. You will support orthodontists with a full range of clinical work and deliver high-quality patient care.

The role involves assisting, instrument sterilisation, digital records, model pouring and trimming, plus some administrative duties. NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa is required.