About this role
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable team members to join Lumino St Albans across a number of exciting opportunities.
Whether you're an experienced Dental Assistant, enjoy delivering exceptional customer service at reception, or are interested in supporting our clinical team through sterilisation and infection control, we'd love to hear from you.
Please specify in your cover letter which position you are applying for. If you are interested in more than one opportunity, please indicate your preferred position(s) in order of preference.
Available Positions
Position 1: Receptionist / Dental Assistant | Full Time
This varied role combines front-of-house reception duties with chairside dental assisting, making it perfect for someone who enjoys working with people and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Hours:
Tuesday: 8:00am - 4:45pmWednesday: 9:00am - 5:15pmThursday: 7:15am - 4:30pmFriday: 7:15am - 4:45pmSaturday: 7:45am - 3:00pmPosition 2: Sterilisation/Dental Assistant | Part Time
In this role, you'll work closely with our clinicians to deliver exceptional patient care. You'll provide chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures, prepare treatment rooms, maintain high standards of infection control, manage instrument sterilisation, and help ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.
Hours:
Monday: 10:00am - 3:00pmTuesday: 10:00am - 3:00pm Thursday: 10:00am - 3:00pm Position 3: Dental Assistant | Part Time
This position offers another opportunity to join our clinical support team, contributing to efficient practice operations and outstanding patient care through sterilisation and chairside assistance.
Hours:
Monday: 8:45am - 2:45pm Wednesday: 7:30am - 5:15pmWhat You'll Be Doing
Depending on the position you apply for, your responsibilities may include:
Reception Duties
Greeting patients and creating a welcoming experienceManaging appointments and patient enquiriesProcessing payments and maintaining accurate patient recordsSupporting the day-to-day running of the practiceDental Assistant Duties
Assisting clinicians during a range of dental proceduresPreparing treatment rooms and instrumentsMaintaining infection control and sterilisation standardsSupporting patients throughout their treatment journeySterilisation Duties
Cleaning, sterilising, and maintaining instruments and equipmentEnsuring compliance with infection control protocolsMaintaining clinical stock and suppliesSupporting the clinical team to ensure smooth daily operations To be successful in one of these roles, you will ideally have:
Previous Dental Assistant experience (essential)Previous reception, administration, customer service, or healthcare experienceExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong organisational skills and attention to detailA positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learnThe ability to work well both independently and as part of a teamHigh levels of professionalism and patient careValid New Zealand work rightsBe based in Christchurch and able to easily commute to Lumino St Albans, ensuring reliability for rostered hoursWhile dental experience is preferred, it is not essential for all positions, as full training can be provided to the right candidates.
Working at Lumino means being part of a company that genuinely cares about its people. We offer:
A supportive and collaborative team environmentOpportunities for growth and developmentOngoing training and career progression opportunitiesStaff discounts and benefitsThe chance to make a real difference in patients' lives every dayAs Lumino St Albans continues to grow, there may be future opportunities for successful candidates in our part-time Dental Assistant and Sterilisation Assistant positions to take on additional days and increase their weekly hours. While not guaranteed, this is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving practice with potential for ongoing growth and development.
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to join a welcoming team where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.
When applying, please specify in your cover letter which position you are applying for.
Apply now and take the next step in your career with Lumino St Albans!