Dental Assistant | Lumino Knox Dental | Full Time

Lumino Knox Dental is seeking a friendly and detail-oriented Dental Assistant to join our team in Dunedin New Zealand on a full-time this role you will provide essential support to our dental professionals while delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment. The ideal candidate will be organized professional and committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient service and infection control.

• Assist dentists during patient examinations and dental procedures ensuring all instruments and materials are readily available
• Prepare treatment rooms by sterilizing and organizing dental instruments according to established protocols
• Greet patients in a friendly and welcoming manner manage patient check-in procedures and maintain accurate patient records using dental software
• Take and process dental radiographs (X-rays) following safety guidelines and regulatory requirements
• Provide chairside support during procedures including suctioning retraction and instrument passing
• Maintain meticulous attention to detail when recording patient information treatment notes and billing details
• Ensure the treatment area remains clean organized and compliant with infection control standards
• Manage appointment scheduling and patient communication to optimize clinic workflow
• Support the dental team in maintaining a professional and supportive work environment

Hours for this role :

• Monday6.30am - 1.30pm
• Tuesday7.45am-1.30pm
• Wednesday 7.45am-1.30pm
• Thursday7.45am - 4.30pm
• Friday7.45am - 4.30pm

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with patients and team members
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in clinical and administrative tasks
• Basic computer literacy and proficiency with patient management systems
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and commitment to maintaining professional standards

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a dental assistant or in a healthcare setting
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Knowledge of dental terminology procedures and radiography techniques
• Experience with dental practice management software
• Familiarity with infection control protocols and sterilization procedures
• Experience in a customer service or patient-facing role

Additional Information :

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time