Experienced Dental Receptionist Wanted! Know Your Molars from Your Mondays?

Evergreen Dental Care; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No late nights

No Sundays

Training, mentorship and room to grow

Modern, beautiful workplace in the Y$

Job summary

Evergreen Dental Care in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Dental Receptionist to greet patients, manage the appointment diary and support clinicians across a busy front desk. The role rewards initiative, teamwork, and a calm, welcoming approach for patients from their first call to their next appointment.

Hours are Tue–Fri 8:00 am–5:30 pm and Saturdays 8:00 am–3:30 pm, with no late nights or Sundays. Training and growth opportunities are offered within a modern, patient-focused practice.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental reception and understanding of how a dental practice runs.
• Organised, proactive and able to juggle priorities without rushing patients.
• Take pride in getting things right, including the little details.
• Communicate warmly and respectfully with patients and colleagues.
• Own your work, ask questions when needed and follow through.

Responsibilities

• Make first impressions count by welcoming patients warmly and easing anxious visitors.
• Manage appointments and coordinate clinicians’ schedules to keep the day running smoothly.
• Be the friendly voice on the phone, handling enquiries clearly and with care.
• Keep patient records accurate and processing payments efficiently.
• Communicate with clinicians and teammates to ensure consistent, thoughtful care.
• Support the team by assisting with clinical tasks when needed.

Skills

Dental reception experience

Organisation

Communication

Team player

Education

Certificate III in Dental Assisting

Job description

Experienced Dental Receptionist Wanted! Know Your Molars from Your Mondays?

Experienced Dental Receptionist — The Tooth Fairy Needs a Wingmate!

Can you tame a busy appointment book, put a nervous patient at ease, and deliver a warm welcome—even when the phone has other plans?

We’d love to meet you.

At Evergreen Dental Care, we’re looking for an experienced Dental Receptionist who brings organisation, initiative and a little personality to our front desk. Someone who remembers the small details, spots what needs doing, and helps patients feel looked after from their first call to their next appointment.

You’ll be joining one of the highest rated dental practices in the Yarra Valley, with a great reputation among our patients and a strong workplace culture built on teamwork, respect and support. We’re proud of the care we provide—and the people who make it happen.

Experienced Dental Receptionist — The Tooth Fairy Needs a Wingmate!

At Evergreen Dental Care, we’re looking for an experienced Dental Receptionist who brings organisation, initiative and a little personality to our front desk. Someone who remembers the small details, spots what needs doing, and helps patients feel looked after from their first call to their next appointment.

You’ll be joining one of the highest rated dental practices in the Yarra Valley, with a great reputation among our patients and a strong workplace culture built on teamwork, respect and support. We’re proud of the care we provide—and the people who make it happen.

Working hours

• Tuesday to Friday: 8:00 am–5:30 pm

• Saturdays: 8:00 am–3:30 pm

No late nights or Sundays. Your evenings stay yours.

Your day might look like…

• Making first impressions count. Welcoming patients with warmth and helping anxious visitors feel comfortable.

• Working a little diary Tetris. Managing appointments, coordinating clinicians’ schedules and keeping the day running smoothly.

• Being the friendly voice on the phone. Handling enquiries clearly, confidently and with care.

• Keeping the details in order. Processing payments, maintaining accurate patient records and organising follow-ups.

• Connecting the dots. Communicating with clinicians and teammates so patients receive consistent, thoughtful care.

• Lending a hand when needed. Providing clinical support, preparing treatment rooms and assisting with sterilisation and infection control.

Some days will be busy. Your calm head, good judgement and willingness to help will make a real difference.

You’ll fit right in if you…

• Have experience in dental reception and understand how a dental practice runs.

• Are organised, proactive and comfortable juggling priorities without making patients feel rushed.

• Take pride in getting things right, including the little things.

• Communicate warmly and respectfully with patients and colleagues.

• Own your work, ask questions when needed and follow through.

• Enjoy being part of a team that helps each other succeed.

• Hold a Certificate III in Dental Assisting.

• Have Australian work authorisation.

• Are available to work Tuesday to Friday and Saturdays, during the hours listed above.

We value the experience you bring—and your willingness to keep learning.

What’s in it for you?

• No late nights. No Sundays. Your evenings stay yours.

• A team that has your back. People who pitch in, share knowledge and support each other.

• A practice you can be proud to represent. Join a team known and trusted by its patients.

• A modern, beautiful workplace in the Yarra Valley.

• Training, mentorship and room to grow across reception and clinical support.

• Clear expectations and recognition for your contribution. You’ll know what good looks like and how your work helps the practice.

A little about Evergreen

We look after teeth, but the people attached to them matter just as much.

Evergreen Dental Care provides comprehensive dental care to the Yarra Valley. We take pride in delivering excellent treatment and making patients feel welcome, heard and supported.

Our six core values guide how we work: Excellence, Teamwork, Accountability, Patient-Focused Care, Respect and Professionalism. They show up in how we speak to patients, support our teammates and handle the busy moments.

As we grow, we’re looking for someone who wants to grow with us—and bring their own strengths to the team.