**About us**:
We are an established medical/dental clinic located in Wallan, offering a high-quality healthcare service for our patients.
**The position**:
We are looking for a dental assistant/receptionist to join our fantastic team.
The position is ongoing casual, approximately 2-3 days per week with opportunities for role expansion/growth.
You will work with a committed team and will enjoy a varied and engaging role.
**What we are looking for in our newest team member**:
- You are self-sufficient, and able to learn new things quickly.
- You are someone who can deliver an excellent service to our patients and demonstrate a high standard of performance and conduct.
- You show initiative, and you are always looking for things to do.
- You must be flexible, adaptable and highly organised.
- You pride yourself on maintaining a clean and tidy work environment
- You are somebody who communicates well and possesses a great phone manner.
- You are well educated, have great computer skills, and are a quick learner.
- You love to work - you are always willing to give 100% and you actively participate in the success of the business.
- You can follow direction and you are happy to receive constructive feedback.
- You are a helpful and considerate person and you work well as part of a team.
**Skills and experience**:
- You are competent in dental assisting and administrative/reception duties.
- You are experienced in infection control and sterilisation procedures.
- You are competent with D4 Windows software (or similar).
- You are competent in processing payments and health insurance claims via HICAPS.
**Responsibilities include**:
- You will answer the phone, schedule appointments, greet and welcome patients and visitors to the clinic.
- You will work closely with the Dentists, providing chair side assistance such as handing equipment, suction, taking records, impressions and x-rays etc.
- You will perform administrative tasks such as billing, correspondence, scheduling, maintaining patient records etc.
- You will be responsible for ongoing and routine maintenance and sterilisation of equipment and assist with stocking supplies.
- You will liaise effectively with other clinic team members to ensure the smooth operation of the clinic and the delivery of high quality patient care/experience.
**To apply**
Please submit:
1. Resume with 2 professional referees AND
2. Cover letter
1. Why you feel this role is for you
2. Why you think you would be great for this position
3. What you would like to achieve from this role
4. What drives you
Applicants who do not include all the required information may not be considered.
Only short listed applicants will be contacted.
**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual
**Salary**: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour
Work Location: In person