```Duties```
- Greet and check-in patients, ensuring a positive and welcoming experience
- Schedule and confirm appointments using the office's scheduling system
- Answer phone calls, take messages, and provide information to callers
- Verify patient insurance information and collect necessary co-pays or payments
- Maintain patient records and update information as needed
- Assist with administrative tasks such as filing, faxing, and scanning documents
- Coordinate referrals to other healthcare providers as necessary
- Follow office policies and procedures to ensure smooth operations
```Qualifications```
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous experience in a dental practice essential
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of dental terminology is a essential
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change based on organisational needs and the specific requirements of the dental practice.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.71 per hour
Benefits:
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- Dental receptionist: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person