Part-Time Dental Assistant — Grow with a Supportive Local Clinic

Abano Healthcare Group; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lumino Knox Dental in Dunedin is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant who will support the dentist across a range of treatments, prepare rooms, and maintain infection control in a calm clinical environment. You’ll work closely with the front desk and dental teams, contributing to a warm patient experience and a well‑organised clinic.

This role offers training, a supportive team culture, and the chance to grow within New Zealand’s largest dental network.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
• Warm, positive attitude with a team-focused approach.
• Comfortable using computers and quick to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the dentist across a wide range of treatments, ensuring each procedure runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Prepare treatment rooms and maintain a calm, organised clinical environment.
• Sterilise instruments and uphold infection control standards.
• Contribute to creating a caring, comfortable experience for every patient.
• Work closely with both the dental and front-desk teams to keep the practice running seamlessly.
• Take on a hands-on, people-focused role that supports the flow of the entire clinic.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

Sterilisation equipment

Computers

Job description

Lumino Knox Dental in Dunedin is seeking a part-time Dental Assistant who will support the dentist across a range of treatments, prepare rooms, and maintain infection control in a calm clinical environment. You’ll work closely with the front desk and dental teams, contributing to a warm patient experience and a well‑organised clinic.

This role offers training, a supportive team culture, and the chance to grow within New Zealand’s largest dental network.