Apply now to secure your opportunity in this rewarding dental healthcare career!
If you’re an experienced and caring dental assistant looking for a rewarding role in a specialist clinical environment, this is your chance to join a respected and long-established team.
Join Mackie Dental Specialists Ltd in Hamilton and work on-site in a modern practice focused on high-quality patient care and professional excellence.
Job Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Title | Dental Assistant |
| Location | Hamilton Central, Waikato |
| Work Location | On-site |
| Employment Type | Part-time |
| Salary | $28 – $35 per hour |
| Schedule | Flexible (as per clinic needs) |
| Experience Required | Minimum 3 years |
| Education Required | Relevant dental/healthcare experience preferred |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
Why This Role is Perfect for You
Benefits include the following:
- Competitive hourly pay
- Work in a specialist dental practice (Periodontics & Prosthodontics)
- Supportive and experienced clinical team
- Modern facilities in a well-established medical precinct
- Paid parking provided
- Opportunity to grow in a highly skilled healthcare environment
Your Role
As a Dental Assistant, your responsibilities include the following:
- Assisting specialist clinicians, particularly Prosthodontists
- Supporting primary clinical assistants and covering periodontal procedures when needed
- Preparing, sterilizing, and organizing instruments and surgical trays
- Providing laboratory and administrative support
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and patient-friendly environment
- Ensuring smooth day-to-day clinical operations
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Why Join the Team?
This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to:
- Work in a respected specialist practice with over 19 years of excellence
- Contribute to improving patients’ oral health outcomes
- Develop advanced clinical assisting skills
- Be part of a collaborative and professional healthcare team
Requirements and Qualifications
To qualify, you must have:
- Minimum 3 years of dental assisting experience
- Experience with crown and bridge procedures and surgical assisting (preferred)
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Excellent computer literacy for patient records and scheduling
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A caring, empathetic, and professional attitude
- High level of confidentiality and reliability
Personal Suitability
- Experience in surgical or restorative dental procedures
- Familiarity with dental implant processes
- Knowledge of Exact dental and Examine Pro software systems
- Flexibility to adapt to schedule changes and team coverage needs
Hiring Process
- Submit application
- Screening and shortlisting
- Interview process
- Final selection and onboarding
How to Apply
Send your application using the following method:
Email
Submit your CV and cover letter to:
man••••@mackiedental.co.nz
What to Include in Your Application
- Cover letter
- Updated CV
- Answers to employer questions, such as:
- Years of experience as a dental assistant
- Work eligibility in New Zealand
- Experience in healthcare or surgical support roles
- Notice period for current employment
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