Dental Care Ireland, award-winning dental practice group and “Great Place to Work” 2024 winner, is seeking an experienced Dental Receptionist to join our modern Sligo practice (formerly Pearse Dental). This is a full-time permanent position offering €14-€16 per hour with excellent benefits and career development opportunities.
About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Dental Receptionist to provide exceptional patient care and administrative support in our busy Sligo practice. You’ll work alongside experienced dental professionals in a friendly, supportive environment while managing specialized dental administration tasks including claims processing and practice management systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet and register patients daily at the reception desk, providing excellent customer service
- Manage phone and email communications throughout the day with professionalism
- Administer payor claims for GMS/PRSI/VHI/DeCare ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Support clinicians by processing prescriptions, referral letters, and x-ray requests
- Manage appointment scheduling to maximize practice efficiency and patient satisfaction
- Complete daily cashing up exercises and payment reconciliation tasks
- Generate daily, weekly, and monthly reports using Exact dental practice management software
- Maintain various spreadsheets for accounting purposes including cash sheets and trackers
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- 1-2 years of dental receptionist experience in Irish healthcare setting
- Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification
- Fluent written and oral English communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) and internet applications
- Authorization to work in Ireland
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with dental practice management software (Exact preferred)
- Knowledge of Irish dental payment systems (GMS/PRSI/VHI/DeCare)
- Previous healthcare administration experience
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate: €14.00-€16.00 per hour
- 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday schedule for excellent work-life balance
- Kara Connect Employee Assistance Programme for personal support
- Access to Wrkit employee discounts and eLearning platform
- Annual training and professional development opportunities
- Performance-related salary increases and career progression
- CPR Certification provided
- Education sponsorship available (terms and conditions apply)
- Bike2Work Scheme and Tax Saver Travel Scheme
- Team Christmas party and company events
- Employee refer-a-friend scheme with rewards
Ready to Apply?
Join our award-winning team at Dental Care Ireland and advance your career in dental administration. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all staff feel valued and motivated to provide excellent patient care.
