DENTAL ASSISTANT/DENTAL RECEPTION | LINKSFIELD, JOHANNESBURG

A Dental Practice in Linksfield, Johannesburg, is seeking a vibrant, well-presented and efficient Dental Assistant/Receptionist to join their team on a full-time basis. This is a dual-role position, requiring a candidate who is comfortable assisting clinically while also managing front desk and administrative responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Registered with the HPCSA (essential)

• Previous experience as a Dental Assistant

• Comfortable performing both clinical and reception/administrative duties

• Computer literate

• Experience with Exact Dental Software will be advantageous

• Excellent organisational and time management skills

• Professional, friendly and compassionate approach towards patients and colleagues

• Able to work well under pressure and adapt to a fast-paced environment

• Strong initiative, good judgement and attention to detail

• High level of professionalism with a clear understanding of patient confidentiality

Key Responsibilities:

• Chairside assistance during all dental procedures

• Preparing patients for treatment and ensuring patient comfort

• Sterilisation and infection control in accordance with practice protocols

• Preparing and maintaining treatment rooms before and after procedures

• Handling, cleaning and maintaining dental instruments and equipment

• Welcoming patients and managing the reception area

• Scheduling patient appointments

• Answering telephone calls and assisting with patient enquiries

• Assisting with dental records, charting and capturing treatment notes where required

• Stock control of clinical materials and supplies

• General administrative duties and providing support to the dentists

• Ensuring strict adherence to patient confidentiality and practice standards

This position requires dedication, long-term commitment, exceptional organisational and time management skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a busy practice environment. The successful candidate must be flexible, dependable and able to use initiative while maintaining a caring, professional and patient-focused approach at all times.

Salary: Market-related and will be discussed during the interview process.

How to Apply: Interested and suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply online with their updated CV. Should you experience any difficulties with the online application, please contact MedE Recruit directly.