Receptionist

Bupa Dental Care; Dún Laoghaire; On-site; EUR 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

Smiles Dental Dun Laoghaire is hiring a part-time Receptionist to join a friendly, patient-focused team in Dún Laoghaire. The role involves greeting patients, managing bookings, and supporting the practice team. Hours are Wednesday 7.30-3, Thursday 7.30-3 and Saturday 9.30-4.30, with a salary banding of 14.15-16.39€ per hour depending on experience.

Candidates should have reception or admin experience, strong communication, and proficiency in Word/Outlook. SOE/R4 experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Has strong customer service and communication skills.
• Experience in reception or administration roles is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• SOE/R4 experience is a plus but not essential.
• Ability to stay calm and professional in a fast-paced setting.
• Good organizational and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet patients and provide a welcoming first impression.
• Book and amend appointments, answer calls, and update records.
• Support the Practice Manager and clinical team for smooth operations.
• Inform patients about dental services and promotions.
• Handle payments and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Microsoft Word

Outlook

SOE/R4 experience

Job description

Receptionist: Smiles Dental Dun Laoghaire

Part Time: 19.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Wednesday 7.30-3, Thursday 7.30-3 and Saturday 9.30-4.30

Salary Banding: 14.15-16.39 Euros Per Hour (Depending on Experience)

Here at Smiles Dental 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 & talented experts.

As a Receptionist you’ll be benefiting from an experienced practice team, exceptional development and opportunities to take you as far as you want to go; and that’s just to mention a few.

What your typical day involves as a Smiles Dental Receptionist:

• Meeting and greeting patients, providing a great first impression
• Booking and amending appointments, answering the phone, updating patient records
• Supporting the Practice Manager and clinical team with the smooth running of the practice
• Making patients aware of dental services and offers
• Handling payments
• Accessing sensitive information whilst maintaining patient confidentiality

We’re looking for a Receptionist that:

• Has the ability to keep calm and professional in a fast-paced environment
• Has previous administration or reception experience
• Is personable, positive and enthusiastic with a great customer focus
• Is efficient with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Has SOE/R4 experience (preferred not vital)
• Has strong communication and organisation skills

Our offer to you:

• Comprehensive induction, on-going training and development, access to internal apprenticeship schemes
• Competitive staff benefits including discounts in huge range of retailers
• Free access to an online GP in partnership with Medical Solutions - book a video or telephone call with an experienced GP at a time to suit you. You have access to an unlimited number of appointments, 24/7, 365 days a year
• Uniform provided
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a friend scheme – recommend a friend to come and work here and earn up to €3,000 per referral
• Friendly team environment
• Room for development
• Management and clinical support & guidance
• Modern surgeries and internal opportunities available across our 470 practices in the UK and Ireland
• Opportunity to work at other practices in the local vicinity

There has never been a better time for a Receptionist to join us, as we work together to help people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world.

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

Smiles Dental is committed to ensuring that every applicant is assessed for employment, promotion and development solely based on personal merit and qualifications, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

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.