Dental assistant

How you’ll make an impact

In this role, you’ll provide essential chairside support to our clinicians, helping ensure every patient has a smooth and positive experience. You’ll play a key role in maintaining a calm, welcoming environment while supporting the day-to-day efficiency of the practice.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include

• Assisting dentists during a range of procedures, ensuring patient comfort and efficient workflow
• Preparing and sterilising instruments in line with infection control protocols
• Setting up and maintaining treatment rooms
• Greeting and supporting patients throughout their visit
• Working closely with the wider team to ensure high-quality patient care
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe clinical environment

Hours for this role: 

• Monday : 7:30am - 5:30pm
• Tuesday :  7:30am - 6:30pm
• Wednesday :  7:45am - 5:30pm
• Thursday :  7:45am - 6:30pm

Your experience and approach

Your greatest asset will be your positive attitude, reliability, and ability to work as part of a team. While previous dental experience is preferred, it is not essential, we’re happy to train the right person.

You’ll bring

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• A friendly, professional, and patient-focused approach
• Willingness to learn and contribute to a positive team culture
• Valid NZ work rights

This is a fixed-term parental leave cover position commencing on 31 August 2026 and ending on 13 September 2027. Please note that if the team member returns from parental leave earlier than anticipated, the end date of this fixed-term agreement may be brought forward accordingly.

Ready to apply?

We’d love to hear from you! Submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit for our team.