Dental Assistant - Central Auckland

Chairside dental support

• Full-time hours
• Pathway to Treatment Coordinator or Oral Health Therapist roles.

About the role:

Based at our busy City clinic, this role is primarily focused on Dental Assisting, with some front desk support as needed across other clinics. You will be working closely with our dental team to provide high-quality care and support to Pacific families and individuals, helping to create a welcoming and professional environment.

In this full-time role (40 hours per week, 8.30 am-5.00 pm, Mon-Fri, with some future extended hours possible), you will support clinical care, manage appointments and payments, and ensure patients feel welcome and cared for - all while contributing to our unique FonoCare Integrated Model of Care, which connects health and social services to make a real difference in our community's health and well-being.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build a rewarding career in dental or oral health, and could be a stepping stone into a Treatment Coordinator or Oral Health Therapist role in the future.

About you:

You will bring a caring and professional approach to our team and demonstrate the following:

• At least 12 months or more experience as a Dental Assistant.
• Current NZDA in Dental Assisting or in the process of completing it (or willing to complete).
• A strong work ethic and a supportive approach to teamwork.
• A desire to build a stable, long-term career in dental or oral health.
• Proven skills in delivering excellent customer service, especially in fast-paced community-focused environments.
• The ability to speak a Pacific language is advantageous and highly valued in helping us connect with and support our diverse communities.

About us:

The Fono Dental is a vital part of Fono Healthcare, delivering essential dental services across three fixed locations in Auckland City, Henderson, and Manurewa, as well as through our mobile dental unit. We proudly serve diverse communities, welcoming everyone with warm Pasifika values at the heart of our care.

As the only dedicated Pasifika dental provider in NZ with multiple fixed sites and a mobile dental unit. We embrace and celebrate our cultural heritage while welcoming people from all backgrounds. Our tight-knit team is built on strong teamwork and a shared commitment to improving oral health outcomes in the communities we serve.

At The Fono Dental, caring is our culture. We believe in compassionate, accessible care that makes a real difference—one smile at a time.

Find out more / apply:

For an application form, job description, or further details, email your details to diane@talentmax.co.nz, putting DAC in the subject line.