What are the responsibilities and job description for the Front Desk Dental Receptionist position at Platinum Dental?
We are looking for a Receptionist to help and assist our front desk Monday-Thursday and to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our office. Our Receptionist’s duties include offering administrative support across the office. You will welcome guests and greet people who visit the business. You will coordinate front-desk activities, including distributing correspondence and redirecting phone calls. To be successful as a Receptionist, you should have a pleasant personality, as this is also a customer service role. You should be able to deal with emergencies in a timely and effective manner, while streamlining office operations. Multitasking and stress management skills are essential for this position. Ultimately, a Receptionist’s duties and responsibilities are to ensure the front desk welcomes guests positively, and executes all administrative tasks to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office
- Direct visitors to the appropriate person and office
- Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls
- Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
- Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
- Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
- Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
- Update calendars and schedule meetings
- Check out patients and receive payment
- Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing
Skills
- Bilingual
- Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role desired but not necessary
- Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. fax machines and printers)
- Professional attitude and appearance
- Solid written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
- Excellent organizational skills
- Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
- Customer service attitude
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 32 – 36 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $20