Dental Receptionist

Dental Receptionist Garson Dental Clinic Band 3 £23,023 – £24,917 including Distant Islands Allowance pro rata per annum Full time 37.5 hours per week Permanent The Public Dental Service team has an exciting opportunity for a Dental Receptionist to play a critical role in the effective and efficient running of the Garson Dental clinic based in Stromness. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the dental team contributing to the day-to-day operation of the dental department by providing reception and administration support. As Dental Receptionist you will hold a wide range of administrative responsibilities. Some key duties include:

• Providing a first point of contact for all patients at the clinic
• Booking patient appointments for clinics
• Ordering stock and supplies for the dental clinic
• Maintaining and updating dental patient records
• Active participation in providing quality patient experience

It is therefore essential that you have excellent communication skills, are computer literate and can maintain confidentiality at all times. Applicants must demonstrate a good standard of general education and be able to evidence suitable transferable experience in an administrative or customer service-based role. If you are looking for a new career in a busy and dynamic environment, then this may be the challenge you are looking for. This post is subject to a Disclosure Scotland check. NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.