DENTAL PRACTICE MANAGER | CLAREMONT, CAPE TOWN

MedE Recruit; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dental care provider in Claremont, Cape Town is seeking an experienced Dental Practice Manager to join their team of 4 Dentists. This role requires proven managerial experience in a dental environment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to oversee practice operations efficiently. The position offers a salary ranging from R20,000 to R35,000 before deductions, with working hours from Monday to Friday and one Saturday per month. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented and assertive, with a strong background in operations and HR.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Practice Manager in a dental or medical practice.
• Excellent communication skills and confident interaction with staff and patients.
• Extremely organized, detail-driven, and responsible.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and workflow within the practice.
• Manage staff and ensure high quality patient care.
• Make operational decisions and handle patient communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Staff management

Organizational skills

Decision-making

Education

Relevant qualifications in Operations, Administration, HR

Tools

Word

Excel

Canva

Goodx

Xero

Job description

Overview

A well-established and busy General Dental Practice in Claremont, Cape Town is looking for an experienced Dental Practice Manager to join their professional and dedicated team. The practice consists of 4 Dentists and 1 Oral Hygienist, and they pride themselves on delivering excellent patient care within a structured, efficient, and well-organised environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Practice Manager in a dental or medical practice (essential)
• Relevant qualifications ideal: Operational / administrative, Secretarial or/and HR-related background
• Excellent communication skills – must be well-spoken, confident, and able to handle staff management, patient communication, Word, Excel, Canva, Goodx (preferential), Emails, Xero (bonus)
• Extremely organised, detail-driven, and able to take responsibility for operations and workflow
• Must be assertive, able to work under pressure, and comfortable “taking the shots” and making decisions
• Ideally lives close to Claremont for operational convenience and reliability

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday: 07:45 – 17:15
• One Saturday per month
• Training on Saturdays during the first 6 months
• Additional Saturdays may be required for catch-up work

Start Date

Beginning of January 2026 – 1 February

Salary

R20 000 – R35 000 before deductions (Depending on experience)

How to Apply

If you meet the above requirements and have the experience needed for a fast-paced and busy dental environment, please apply online with your updated CV. If you experience any difficulties applying, please contact MedE Recruit directly.