Dental Receptionist

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**:

- Answer the telephones
- Welcome all patients arriving at the practice
- Ensure that the appointment system is efficient and accurate
- Collect and record patient payments

**Administration and finance**
- Ensure that patient records are completed correctly before filing and storing them in an efficient, tidy and secure manner
- Encourage prompt payments and chase outstanding debts according to the practice policy
- Liaise with dental laboratories, supply companies and other organisations as required
- Send out patient recalls
- Compile day sheets
- Keep the office, reception area and waiting room clean and tidy
- Deputise for the practice manager
- Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR
- 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

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme

Work Location: In person