Dental Front Desk & Sterilisation Assistant

DA / Receptionist / Sterilisation Assistant | Lumino Symes de Silva | Casual Lumino The Dentists Wellington, Wellington Region, New Zealand Job Description How you’ll make an impact This is a varied role where no two days are the same! You’ll be the friendly face and voice of our practice, ensuring every patient has a positive experience from the moment they walk in. You’ll also play a hands-on role supporting our clinicians to deliver excellent care. As a Dental Assistant, you’ll: Support our dentists during a variety of treatments Maintain strict infection control and sterilisation procedures Manage stock and equipment preparation Contribute to a calm, organised clinical environment As a Receptionist, your responsibilities include: Greeting and assisting patients with warmth and professionalism Managing appointment bookings and patient records Processing payments, banking, and other administrative tasks Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and a welcoming environment As a Sterilisation Assistant, you’ll: Ensure the highest standards of sterilisation and infection control Thoroughly clean and sterilise a wide range of dental tools and kits Support the clinical team by maintaining a safe and efficient instrument flow Work alongside experienced Dentists, gaining valuable insight into our practice and a rare opportunity to learn from some of the best Qualifications Your Experience and Approach You’re a people person with a warm, positive attitude and a strong team spirit. You take pride in your attention to detail, reliability, and ability to make patients feel at ease. To succeed in this role, you’ll bring: Previous experience as a Dental Assistant and/or Receptionist preferred Strong customer service or sterilisation experience Excellent communication, listening, and interpersonal skills Computer literacy and the ability to learn systems quickly A proactive, can-do attitude and commitment to delivering great care Additional Information While this role is currently casual, there may also be a fixed-term opportunity available for the right candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr