Dental receptionist

Routes To Work Limited; Airdrie; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

GDC registration paid

CPD training funded

Early finish Fridays

Team social events

Sick pay after 2 years

Free parking

Job summary

Routes To Work Limited is seeking a friendly, organised Dental Receptionist to join our growing practice team. This role is reception-based with clinical nursing support when needed, ideal for someone who enjoys patient interaction and hands-on dental care.

You will provide reception and administrative support, manage appointments, ensure patients feel comfortable, offer oral hygiene guidance, and assist with stock control.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and IT skills.
• A calm and professional manner in a busy environment.
• A team-focused attitude with a passion for patient care.
• Previous experience working in a similar environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supporting patients and the team with a variety of reception and administrative tasks.
• Ensuring patients feel comfortable and well cared for throughout their visit.
• Managing appointment bookings, confirmations and schedule changes.
• Providing patients with oral hygiene and post-treatment advice.
• Supporting smooth day-to-day running of the practice.
• Assisting with stock control and ordering dental supplies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Professional demeanor

Team player

Job description

We are looking for a friendly, organised and compassionate Dental Receptionist join our growing practice team. This exciting role is primarily reception-based, with clinical nursing support required when needed, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both patient interaction and hands-on dental care. Ideally the candidate will have had experience working in a dentist surgery previously.

You will be joining a supportive and welcoming team dedicated to providing outstanding patient care in a friendly and professional environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with opportunities for progression
• GDC registration paid by the practice after 1 year of service
• CPD training fully provided and funded
• Early finish every Friday
• Regular team social events during paid early finishes
• Sick pay after 2 years of service
• Free parking

The Role

As a Receptionist, your duties will include:

• Supporting patients and the team with a variety of reception and administrative tasks
• Ensuring patients feel comfortable and well cared for throughout their visit
• Managing appointment bookings, confirmations and schedule changes
• Providing patients with oral hygiene and post-treatment advice
• Supporting smooth day-to-day running of the practice
• Assisting with stock control and ordering dental supplies

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and IT skills
• A calm and professional manner in a busy environment
• A team-focused attitude with a passion for patient care
• Previous experience working in a similar environment is preferred

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: In person