Senior Dental Assistant | Lumino St Heliers | Full-Time

Are you an experienced Dental Assistant ready to take the next step in your career? Join Lumino St Heliers, a high-performing practice located in one of Auckland’s most scenic seaside suburbs.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and passion for patient care to a well-established team that values excellence, teamwork, and genuine connection with our community. With a supportive team environment and an unbeatable location, Lumino St Heliers is the ideal place to grow your dental career.

Join Us at Lumino St Heliers

• Work by the beach – Our practice sits right on St Heliers Beach, offering stunning views

• Step into leadership – Lead the way in clinical support, guide junior team members, and take ownership of essential practice operations.

• Supportive culture – Be part of a tight-knit, professional team that values collaboration, celebrates success, and supports your ongoing development.

How you’ll make an impact

As our Senior Dental Assistant, you’ll be an integral part of our clinical team, responsible for:

• Providing advanced chairside support across a variety of general dental procedures
• Leading sterilisation and infection control processes to the highest standard
• Managing clinical stock, supplies, and inventory to keep the practice running smoothly
• Mentoring and training junior Dental Assistants, fostering a supportive learning environment
• Confidently using Exact software for scheduling and clinical notes
• Stepping in to support reception and administrative tasks as needed

This is a varied and rewarding role where your leadership and initiative will be highly valued.

What we’re looking for:

• Must have 2-3 years of experience as a Dental Assistant
• NZDA certification is highly regarded
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with calm professionalism
• A patient-focused mindset with excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Confidence with dental software and digital systems (e.g. Exact)
• A reliable, punctual, and proactive approach to your work
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all aspects of the role
• Enthusiastic, smiling and positive personality

Ready to join a practice where people know your name and your future is a priority? At Lumino St Heliers, we’re committed to creating a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and connected. Here, your work will be both meaningful and rewarding as we care for our community together.

If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply today! We’ve made the process simple—once you apply, you’ll receive a short email with a few easy questions. It’s a relaxed, pressure-free way to get to know you better. Respond at your convenience, and we’ll be in touch to keep things moving forward quickly.

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! 

At Abano Healthcare, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and respect individuals from all backgrounds and believe that diversity drives innovation and success. Join us as we create a culture of inclusion that celebrates unique perspectives and provides equal opportunities for all.