Dental Assistant| Lumino Taradale

We are currently looking for an experienced and reliable Dental Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Lumino Taradale .

As a Dental Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our clinicians and ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care. This is a hands-on role where you'll work chairside alongside our dentists, assist with sterilisation and infection control, and help maintain the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.

This position is perfect for someone who enjoys a fast-paced environment, takes pride in delivering exceptional patient care, and thrives as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting clinicians during a variety of dental procedures
• Preparing treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient appointments
• Ensuring patient comfort before, during, and after treatment
• Maintaining accurate clinical records and documentation
• Cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilising instruments and equipment in accordance with infection control protocols
• Monitoring sterilisation processes and maintaining compliance records
• Restocking treatment rooms and clinical supplies
• Assisting with stock management and monthly ordering
• Supporting the team to maintain a clean, safe, and efficient clinical environment

Hours

This is a full-time position . Hours are negotiable, however ideally you will be available to work at least 4 days per week, between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday . Flexibility is highly valued.

To be successful in this role, you will bring

• Previous Dental Assistant experience (1+ years preferred)
• A strong understanding of infection control and sterilisation procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence working in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Experience using dental practice management software, ideally EXACT
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A positive, proactive, and team-focused approach
• A genuine passion for patient care and delivering exceptional service
• Join New Zealand's largest dental healthcare provider
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Internal career progression and mobility across our nationwide network
• Long service recognition benefits
• Discounted Southern Cross Health Insurance
• Access to Boost Benefits with discounts from a wide range of retailers
• Supportive team culture where your contributions are valued

Why Lumino Taradale?

Our practice may be small, but we're a close-knit and highly supportive team. You'll work alongside an experienced dentist and a team of hygienists and therapists who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming, and fun environment for both our patients and our people.

If you're an experienced Dental Assistant looking for your next opportunity with a supportive team and a trusted healthcare provider, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the team at Lumino Taradale!