Position Overview & Specifications

Chopra & Associates is looking for an enthusiastic dental receptionist based at the Ashford site. No previous experience necessary, full training and support provided.

Reception responsibilities include:
Β· Answer the telephones

Β· Welcome all patients arriving at the practice

Β· Ensure that the appointment system is efficient and accurate

Β· Collect and record patient payments

Administration and finance

Β· Ensure that patient records are completed correctly before filing and storing them in an efficient, tidy and secure manner

Β· Encourage prompt payments and chase outstanding debts according to the practice policy

Β· Liaise with dental laboratories, supply companies and other organisations as required

Β· Send out patient recalls

Β· Compile day sheets

Β· Keep the office, reception area and waiting room clean and tidy

Β· Deputise for the practice manager

Β· Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR

Β· Work at other practice locations from time to time as required

Desired skills-

  • Good communication skills
  • Computer literate

Personal qualities-

  • Punctual
  • Friendly
  • Reliable
  • Good team player

Future prospects-

With experience you may be able to move into jobs like Team Manager, Team Leader or Dental Practice Manager.

With further training, you could become a Dental nurse, Dental Therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a Dental Hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.

Things to consider-

Pass DBS check

Travel to other Chopra sites

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • On-site parking

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus scheme

Work Location: In person