Dental Assistant | Lumino Christchurch City CBD |Full Tme

How you’ll make an impact

In this role, you’ll provide crucial chairside support to our clinicians, helping ensure every patient enjoys a smooth, positive experience from start to finish. You’ll play an important part in creating a calm, friendly, and welcoming environment while supporting the day‑to‑day efficiency of the practice.

This is a multi‑site role across Lumino Christchurch City and Lumino Rangiora, so flexibility is key. You’ll need to hold a full driver’s licence and have your own reliable transport to travel between sites as required.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Greeting and welcoming patients in a friendly, professional manner
• Assisting dentists during procedures, ensuring proper instrument handling and patient comfort
• Preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments according to strict infection control protocols
• Collaborating with the dental team to maintain smooth operations and excellent patient care
• Promoting a positive and supportive environment for both patients and colleagues

Days and Hours

•       Tuesday 8.15am-5.30pm - At Christchurch City (30-minute Lunch Break)
•       Wednesday 815am-5.30pm - At Christchurch City (30-minute Lunch Break)
•       Thursday 7.45-5.30pm - At Rangiora (30-minute Lunch Break)
•       Friday 7.45-4.30pm - At Rangiora (30-minute Lunch Break)

Your experience and approach
Your greatest asset is a positive, can-do attitude and strong team spirit. While previous dental experience is a bonus, it’s not required – we value excellent communication, attention to detail, and a patient-first mindset. The ability to speak additional languages is also a plus, helping us connect with Christchurch’s diverse community.

You should have:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures (preferred but not required)
• A friendly, enthusiastic, and detail-oriented approach to work
• Willingness to collaborate and contribute to a positive team environment
• Valid NZ work rights
• Restricted / Full NZ driving license and own reliable transport 

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.

Applying with Us? Here’s What to Expect!

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