Dental Receptionist (Private Practice)

Phones, visitors and bookings all come through you at this law firm in Fourways. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

This post is in Fourways (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

What your day looks like

• Check patients in, verify medical aid details and collect co-payments.
• Take clear phone messages and send them by email straight away.
• Type basic letters and update the internal phone list.
• Book appointments, meeting rooms and boardroom catering.
• Sign visitors in, issue access cards and notify the right person.
• Answer and transfer calls on a multi-line switchboard within three rings.
• Keep the reception area neat and the coffee station stocked.

Must-haves

• You can juggle a ringing phone and a waiting visitor at once
• A warm, clear phone manner in English
• Discreet with confidential information
• At least 1 year on reception or a front desk
• Matric

Helpful, not essential

• A second language common in your area
• A secretarial or office administration certificate
• Typing speed above 40 wpm

On offer

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

How to apply for this job

1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a neat CV with two references, certified copy of your ID plus certified copy of your matric certificate.
3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Fourways.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Before you hit apply

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