Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Dental Receptionist to join our busy, state of the heart, NHS and Private Practice.

If you are that motivated individual looking to join a team that is passionate about dentistry and patient care, then this post is for you.

Please forward CV to support application.

Work remotely

No
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: Meet minimum wage

Schedule:

3 days a week, Wednesday - Friday, requested to work Saturdays if required.

Experience:

Dental receptionist: 2 years (preferred)

Purpose of the job

Carry out reception and related administrative duties within the practice and perform such other tasks as reasonably requested by the practice manager/BST.

Employment duties

Perform a high-quality reception and administration service to ensure patient satisfaction and maximum contribution to practice efficiency, effectiveness and profitability in line with the GDC guidelines and practice policies Establish and maintain productive working relationships with all members of the dental team Liaise with the practice manager on all matters concerning administration, pay and service conditions Assist with the supervision of the trainee receptionist in the practice Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work

Key tasks

Answer the telephone and deal with patient enquiries in a positive, efficient and friendly manner Receive and deal with patients and visitors in a pleasant and prompt manner Keep patients informed of any delays Notify dentists/hygienists of patients' arrivals Schedule patient appointments in accordance with the practice policies and keep records of all appointments and remind patients of their appointments as required Print day lists out the day before and confirm all treatment patients via telephone Collect and record patient payments and pursue any debts in accordance with the practice payments policy Maintain the patient records to ensure they are completed correctly before filing them securely. Follow computer procedures to ensure that patient records are properly maintained Carry out routine house-keeping procedures on the computer, including undertaking regular back-ups in line with practice policies Liaise with dental laboratories, suppliers and other organisations as required, keeping records of laboratory work in and out Banking and Petty Cash for each month needs to be recorded and given to the practice manager Deal in an appropriate and prompt manner with patient feedback and inform the practice manager about patient comments and complaints Manage the sales of dental sundries to patients and ensure patients are provided with the opportunity to buy sundries when they leave the practice Keep the office, patient's toilet and reception area tidy and welcoming Identify his/her own training and development needs and undertake appropriate training as agreed with the line manager during appraisal Provide feedback on the performance of the trainee receptionist that you supervise Assist throughout the practice and perform such other tasks as reasonably requested by the principal Attend all practice meetings as requested
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

On-site parking
Experience:

Dental receptionist: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person