Part-Time Dental Assistant – Specialist Practice, Nelson

1300SMILES Ltd; Nelson, Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Nelson Prosthodontics, part of Lumino, is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant for a permanent part-time role in Nelson, NZ. You will support clinicians, prepare rooms and instruments, and uphold strict infection-control standards to ensure a positive patient experience.

You will manage chairside duties, patient comfort, and basic admin tasks while maintaining stock and collaborating with the practice team.

Qualifications

• Previous Dental Assistant experience requested.
• Good understanding of infection control and sterilisation processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures.
• Prepare and reset treatment rooms between patients.
• Prepare and manage instruments, equipment and materials.
• Perform sterilisation and infection-control duties to high standards.
• Support patients to feel comfortable during appointments.
• Maintain accurate patient records and assist with clinical administration.
• Assist with stock management and ensure rooms are well supplied.
• Collaborate with clinicians and the wider team for smooth daily operations.

Skills

Infection control

Sterilisation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

Nelson Prosthodontics, part of Lumino, is seeking an experienced Dental Assistant for a permanent part-time role in Nelson, NZ. You will support clinicians, prepare rooms and instruments, and uphold strict infection-control standards to ensure a positive patient experience.

You will manage chairside duties, patient comfort, and basic admin tasks while maintaining stock and collaborating with the practice team.