Dental Operational Assistant - Barnstaple
HUC is at the forefront of change and innovation in the health sector. We are passionate about patient care, and we have established a strong track record in delivering pioneering services.
Access Dental is looking to recruit Operational Assistants in our Out of Hours emergency Dental Clinic.
Operational Assistants will support the service by greeting patients and taking payments over Saturdays, Sundays, and Bank Holidays. Shifts typically run 08:30 - 16:30, and you would be required to cover shifts as part of a regular working pattern over a 12-week rolling rota. There will also be an opportunity for you to pick up additional hours covering colleagues' leave.
Main Duties of the Job
What we are looking for:
* Dental knowledge preferred but not necessary.
* IT Skills including MS Word & Excel.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work under own initiative and as a member of a team.
If you feel you have the drive and required skillsets to effectively support the Access Dental team, we look forward to receiving your application.
About Us
Join the HUC Family and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits That Truly Make a Difference!
* Exclusive Discounts: Unlock amazing savings on shopping, travel, and entertainment through our Discount Hub, Blue Light Card, Tickets for Good, and more.
* NHS Pension Scheme: Secure your future with the NHS Pension, offering peace of mind and valuable long-term financial benefits for all our staff.
* Wellbeing Support: Your health matters! Enjoy access to counselling services, personalised health plans, calming meditation guides, energising fitness routines, and delicious recipes to keep you thriving every day.
* Recognition and Rewards: Your hard work won't go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with peer shout-outs, special awards, and exclusive event vouchers that show how much we appreciate you.
* Financial Perks: Take the stress out of money matters with free financial advice, a healthcare cash plan to cover everyday expenses, and smart savings options through our Credit Union.
* Career Growth: Build the future you deserve with our My Academy training programs, exciting internal vacancies, and regular updates to keep you in the loop with HUC news and opportunities.
* Office Comforts: Stay refreshed with unlimited tea and coffee, enjoy the ease of free parking, and recharge in our dedicated relaxation areas.
Job Responsibilities
For a full job description and full person specification, along with more details about our organisation, please see attached documentation.
Person Specification
Experience
* Do you have good IT Skills?
* Do you have good communication skills?
* Do you have experience of working in a patient/public environment in an administrative role?
Education and Qualifications
* Good general education, to a minimum of GCSE level (or equivalent) with Grade C or above in English and Maths.
Knowledge
* Knowledge and understanding of communication issues of patients and their needs.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer Name
HUC
Address
Access Dental, Vicarage Street, Barnstaple, EX32 7BH
£11.44 to £12.64 an hour (£11.44 per hour basic rate, plus weekend enhancement)
Contract
Permanent
Working Pattern
Part-time
Reference Number
4265-6989719
Job Locations
Access Dental, Vicarage Street, Barnstaple, EX32 7BH
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