Receptionist

Bupa; Witham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental care provider in Witham is seeking a Dental Receptionist to join their team. The role involves welcoming patients, managing appointments, and supporting the clinical team. Ideal candidates should have customer service experience and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time position with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Access to healthcare support

Discounted gym memberships

Annual MyHealthcare Allowance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in customer service and admin, preferably in healthcare.
• Ability to thrive in a busy environment.
• Strong communication skills in face-to-face, telephone, and email interactions.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming patients and providing front-of-house service.
• Managing appointments and patient records accurately.
• Supporting the clinical team with administrative tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Customer service experience

Organizational skills

Friendly and professional attitude

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join Our Friendly Team as a Dental Receptionist!

Join Our Friendly Team as a Dental Receptionist!

Location: Bupa Dental Care, Witham, Essex

Are you a people-person with a flair for organisation? Do you love helping others and keeping things running smoothly? If so, Practice Manager Stacey Hooper would love to hear from you!

We're looking for a Dental Receptionist to join our warm and welcoming team at Bupa Dental Care Witham – a busy, modern dental practice located in the heart of Essex. This is a full-time position 32 hours per week

Working Hours

• Monday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Tuesday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Wednesday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
• Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• A friendly, professional attitude with excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in customer service and admin (dental or healthcare experience is a bonus!)
• Someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys being part of a supportive team
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

• Welcoming patients and providing excellent front-of-house service
• Managing appointments and patient records with accuracy and care
• Supporting the clinical team with day-to-day administrative tasks
  
  

Join us and become part of a company that puts people first — both our patients and our team!

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Apply today and bring your smile to Bupa Dental Care Witham!

Here at Bupa Dental Care our people are at the heart of everything we do, because we care. We have created environments where people can look forward to coming to work, feel empowered and benefit from working collaboratively with brilliant and talented experts.

Receptionist Role And Responsibilities

• Meeting and greeting patients, providing a great first impression and patient journey
• Booking and amending appointments, answering the phone, updating patient records
• Co-ordinating the care packages for our patients that has been provided by our clinicians
• Confident in promoting and upselling Bupa Dental Care products and services including Plan options, Finance and Insurance claims
• Excellent customer service skills face to face, telephone and via email
• Supporting the Practice Manager and clinical team with the smooth running of the practice
• Handling payments
• Accessing sensitive information whilst maintaining patient confidentiality
  
  

Your Skills And Experience

• Ability to be positive and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Previous administration or receptionist experience, preferably within a healthcare setting
• Strong communication skills face to face, via telephone and email
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook with overall strong organisation skills
• Previous experience with promoting company products and services
• Preferred Dentally experience
  
  

Your Salary And Benefits

We make life better for millions. That includes yours. Here are just some of the benefits on offer when you join Bupa Dental Care:

• Competitive pay rates and the opportunity to increase this through training and development
• Access to MyHealthcare which gives you quick, easy access to free support, advice, and treatment for a variety of health-related issues, including remote GP, physiotherapy, and mental health support – all available from one phone number. You will also receive the MyHealthcare Allowance, an annual allowance which is redeemable against a menu of Bupa healthcare products, all to the approximate value of £350.
• My Bupa Extras - discounts at your favourite retailers, plus a huge range of tools, content and information to support you with your financial wellbeing.
• Access to discounts at a wide variety of gyms and fitness facilities across the UK. This benefit includes access to online digital fitness providers too.
• Our mental health approach brings together a wide range of support such as our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Family Mental HealthLine and access to Personal Energy - Bupa’s own wellbeing programme.
• Discounted dental insurance which can be extended to immediate family members.
• Additional health and wellbeing benefits include Cycle to Work Scheme, free annual Flu vaccine, discounted eye tests and Bupa’s Menopause Plan.
• Wagestream – Access your income before payday, if and when you need it.
• Access to career pathways and support throughout your working life with Bupa Dental Care
• And many more, just ask.
  
  

So why wait? Apply now to be part of a brilliant team.

To find out more about working with us, find us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram

Here you’ll be welcomed. We champion diversity and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. You’ll find an inclusive environment where you can be yourself and where everyone is driven by the same purpose – helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

Bupa takes pride in being a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and will aim to offer an interview/assessment to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum criteria for the role. We are committed to ensuring you are treated fairly during the recruitment process and offer reasonable adjustments to anyone who may benefit from accommodations to the recruitment process.

Bupa Dental Care is an equal opportunities employer.

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