Dental Practice Manager

The Approach; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established dental practice in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Practice Manager to oversee daily operations and manage staff. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong background in practice management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to foster a positive workplace culture. This full-time role is pivotal for maintaining operational excellence in a patient-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in practice management or a similar operational leadership role.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activities of the practice to ensure efficient operations.
• Manage HR-related administration including contracts and performance reviews.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial and operational data.

Skills

Practice management experience

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

HR processes knowledge

Team leadership

Tools

Goodx

TIMETREE

Teamhub

Job description

Location and Employment Type

Cape Town | Full-time

Role Overview

Our client, a well-established dental practice, is seeking a highly organised, professional, and experienced Practice Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the practice, manage staff, and ensure adherence to clinical and administrative guidelines. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for maintaining operational excellence and supporting both the clinical and administrative teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational & Clinical Oversight
  • Oversee day-to-day activities of the practice to ensure efficient operations.
  • Implement and maintain clinical guidelines and administrative procedures.
  • Oversee assistants and the Maintenance Manager to ensure smooth workflow and patient experience.
• Administrative Oversight
  • Manage all creditor-related administrative tasks.
  • Oversee debtor-related administration and reporting.
  • Ensure proper scheduling of leave and overtime in relevant systems.
  • Support the reception team with escalated administrative tasks as needed.
• Human Resources & Team Management
  • Manage HR-related administration including contracts, performance reviews, warnings, and payroll processing for auditors.
  • Maintain HR documentation in systems such as Teamhub.
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and support to all staff members to foster a professional and positive workplace culture.
• Reporting & Compliance
  • Ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial, HR, and operational data.
  • Maintain compliance with clinical, administrative, and regulatory standards.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in practice management or a similar operational leadership role.
• Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of HR processes.
• Ability to lead and manage a diverse team.
• Familiarity with practice management systems is highly advantageous.

Preferred Systems

• Goodx
• TIMETREE
• Teamhub

To Apply

If you are an organised, proactive, and professional leader with a passion for operational excellence in a patient-focused environment, please submit your CV.