Dental Receptionist

**RECEPTIONIST**
- **Job purpose/ description**_

Ensure that the Reception desk is organised in an efficient manner and patients are looked after during their visit to the practice.
- **Reception**_
- Answer the telephone in the prescribed manner.
- 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 computer administrative records are completed correctly.
- Encourage patients to complete forms prior to appointments through the Patient Portal.
- Check whether they have completed forms before arrival and complete them as necessary.
- Encourage prompt payments and chase outstanding debts according to the practice policy.
- Liaise with dental laboratories, supply companies and other organisations as required.
- Record transfers to and from laboratories.
- Provide patient recalls and cancellations when applicable.
- Print day sheets.
- Keep the office, reception area and waiting room clean and tidy.
- Organise stationary and stock supplies.
- Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice.
- Undergo training as may be required to develop your skills and abilities.
- During the current COVID 19 pandemic adapt to SOP requirements.
- Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR.

**Job Type**: Part-time
Part-time hours: 16-20 per week

**Salary**: £11.00-£12.50 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Tring: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Dental Receptionist: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: One location