Dental Receptionist - 1300SMILES Smithfield

1300SMILES Smithfield; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Casual hours flexibility

Ongoing training & development

Job summary

1300SMILES Smithfield is seeking a friendly Casual Dental Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our Smithfield practice in Cairns. You’ll handle bookings, payments and health fund claims, while supporting patient flow and the clinical team.

Located in Smithfield Shopping Centre, the role offers casual shifts across opening hours, generally Monday to Saturday 8am–5:30pm with late nights on Thursdays. You’ll need experience in dental/medical reception and familiarity with practice software.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental or medical reception.
• Proficient with dental practice management software.
• Accurate payments, item numbers, and patient records.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients at the front desk.
• Manage calls, emails and patient enquiries.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate bookings.
• Process payments and maintain records.
• Support clinical team for smooth patient journey.
• Handle general reception duties.

Skills

Dental reception

Payments

Dental software

Communication & organisation

Tools

Dental4Windows

Exact

Job description

Dental Receptionist - 1300SMILES Smithfield

We're looking for a friendly and organised Casual Dental Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our practice. Located in the heart of Smithfield Shopping Centre, 1300SMILES Smithfield is a busy, family-focused practice providing general, restorative and orthodontic care to patients across Cairns' northern beaches.

Job Description

This is a front desk role, and you'll be the first point of contact for our patients by phone, online and in person. It suits an experienced dental receptionist who keeps the appointment book running smoothly and makes every patient feel looked after.

Working closely with our dentists, Practice Manager and front office team, you'll help create a great experience for every patient and support the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.

What your days look like:

You'll keep the appointment book running smoothly, look after payments and health fund claims, and make sure every patient feels welcome from the moment they arrive. Being in a shopping centre, walk-in enquiries are part of the day too.

As a casual, you'll be offered shifts across our opening hours, so we're looking for someone who is generally available Monday to Saturday 8am to 5:30 and late night Thursdays.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Welcome patients and create a warm, professional first impression.
• Manage phone calls, emails, and patient enquiries.
• Schedule and coordinate appointments efficiently.
• Process payments and maintain accurate patient records.
• Support the clinical team to ensure a seamless patient journey.
• Assist with general administrative and reception duties.

Qualifications

To succeed in the role, you will bring:

• Previous experience in dental or medical reception
• Experience using dental practice management software (Dental4Windows, Exact, or similar).
• Accuracy with payments, item numbers and patient records
• A warm, welcoming manner that puts patients at ease
• Clear and professional communication with patients and the team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A willingness to learn new systems and develop your skills across the practice

Additional Information

Why join 1300SMILES Smithfield?

We want everyone at 1300SMILES Smithfield to feel part of the team. You'll enjoy:

• Convenient location within Smithfield Shopping Centre, with food and shops right on your doorstep and free onsite parking
• Friendly and supportive team that genuinely values its people
• A modern, well-established practice with a strong patient base.
• Being part of the Abano Healthcare network, Australia's leading dental support organisation.
• Flexibility with casual hours to suit your lifestyle and work life balance
• Making a meaningful difference by helping create outstanding patient experiences every day.
• Ongoing training, mentorship and professional development opportunities
• Long-term career pathways in areas such as treatment coordination and practice management

As part of the Abano Healthcare network, you'll also have access to:

• Abano Uni Online for training and skills pathways
• A free, confidential Employee Assistance Program
• 9% off Medibank Corporate health cover
• Rewards of up to $20,000 through the Abano Referral Program
• Everyday savings through the Flare Benefits app

This role gives you the opportunity to develop your skills at the front desk and across the practice, while building a strong foundation for your longer-term career in dental.

1300SMILES is proudly a part of the Abano Healthcare Network.

Abano Healthcare supports more than 250 dental locations across Australia and New Zealand, providing the support services, resources and development opportunities that allow dental teams to focus on delivering great patient care.

At Abano Healthcare, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value and respect individuals from all backgrounds and believe that diversity drives innovation and success. Join us as we create a culture of inclusion that celebrates unique perspectives and provides equal opportunities for all.