Dental Assistant / Receptionist | Lumino Medford House | Full-Time

Overview

Looking for a Dental Assistant & Receptionist role where you'll feel valued, supported, and part of a community-focused team?

Join Lumino, a nationwide network of over 125 dental practices dedicated to delivering exceptional care and creating positive patient experiences across New Zealand.

Here at Lumino, we are made up of a talented team of professionals committed to the highest standards of care for our patients and ongoing support for our clinicians.

By joining our team, you'll be contributing to a practice that truly makes a difference in people's lives while benefiting from the resources, training, and stability of a leading dental network.

Here's what sets us apart :

Flexibility – Enjoy a structured work schedule across multiple sites with clear hours, including part-time options.

People-first culture – We value your wellbeing and offer support and development opportunities to help you thrive personally and professionally.

Training and growth – Learn from highly experienced clinicians and gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Community focus with national support – Work in a close-knit, patient-centered team while enjoying the benefits of a large, nationwide network.

Responsibilities

Job Description

How you'll make an impact

In this combined Dental Assistant & Receptionist role, you'll be an integral part of our team, supporting clinicians and ensuring patients enjoy a seamless, welcoming experience.

As a Dental Assistant, you will assist our experienced dentists during a variety of procedures, maintain strict infection control and instrument sterilisation, manage stock, and contribute to the smooth running of the practice.

As a Receptionist, you will be the friendly face and voice of our practice.

You'll assist patients with enquiries, manage bookings, handle payments and banking, and perform administrative tasks to keep the practice running efficiently.

Every day brings new challenges, and you'll experience the satisfaction of helping patients leave with a smile.

Your schedule

Monday : Medford House 7 : 30 – 5 : 15 (Dental Assistant)

Tuesday : Medford House 7 : 30 – 6 : 15 (Dental Assistant)

Wednesday : Medford House 7 : 30 – 5 : 15 (Dental Assistant)

Thursday : Medford House 7 : 45 – 6 : 15 (Dental Assistant)

Alternate Fridays : Dinsdale 8 : 15 – 3 : 15 (Receptionist)

Week 1 : 44.25 hours | Week 2 : 37.75 hours

Qualifications

Your experience and approach

Your greatest assets are a warm, positive attitude and a strong team spirit!

While previous experience as a Dental Assistant is preferred, we are happy to train the right candidate.

Additional skills and qualities include :

Sterilisation and / or customer-facing experience

Excellent attention to detail and strong work ethic

Computer literacy and the ability to learn quickly

Outstanding communication, listening, and interpersonal skills

Additional Information

Join Lumino and be part of a team that values your contribution, supports your growth, and helps you make a real difference in your community.

Applying with Us

Here's What to Expect!

We know your time is valuable, so we've made the first step quick and easy.

Once you apply, you'll receive an automatic email with a few simple questions.

It's a relaxed chat—no pressure!

Answer at your convenience, and as soon as we receive your responses, we'll be in touch to keep the process moving quickly.

Check your inbox—we're excited to connect with you!

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