Dental Receptionist (Private Practice)

Phones, visitors and bookings all come through you at this private school in Isando. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

You'll be based at a private school in Isando. Living nearby, or on a taxi route to it, really helps.

• Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
• Sort incoming post and book couriers for outgoing documents.
• Keep visitor and client details private under POPIA.
• Scan, file and archive documents in the correct client folders.
• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.

• Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel
• Matric
• A warm, clear phone manner in English
• At least 1 year on reception or a front desk
• Well presented, punctual and organised

• A secretarial or office administration certificate
• A second language common in your area
• Medical billing or practice software experience

• Annual bonus (13th cheque) at many practices
• Normal office hours, Monday to Friday
• Paid study leave for office admin courses

• List the phone systems and booking software you have used; practices look for people who need little training.
• Answer the recruiter's call the way you would answer at work: greeting, your name and a smile in your voice.