Melbourne Street Perio is seeking an experienced Dental Receptionist to join our friendly, stable and highly supportive specialist team.
This is a full-time role over four days, offering variety, responsibility and the chance to be part of a practice where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.
Why you'll love this role
Work/Life Balance
Full-time position, 38 hours per week over a four-day week (three day weekend every week)
No weekend work
Christmas shut down - enjoy holidays with your family
Culture
Friendly, professional team with a well-established culture
Stable, long-term role in a practice that values teamwork, respect and high standards
Great chance for someone who enjoys being a reliable, valued part of a close-knit team
Career
Established specialist periodontal practice in North Adelaide
Well above award remuneration, commensurate with experience
Ongoing training and development in both reception and clinical support
About Melbourne Street Perio
Melbourne Street Perio is a modern, purpose-built specialist periodontal practice located in the Melbourne Street medical precinct in North Adelaide.
We pride ourselves on providing personalised care in a calm, caring and professional environment, where every team member plays an important part in delivering an excellent patient experience.
Our team is established, settled and supportive, and we place a very high value on reliability, professionalism and looking after one another.
This is a workplace where people stay, contribute and grow.
About the role
This position is a dynamic role, that combines dental reception with patient support, with chairside dental assisting and sterilisation/instrument processing often part of the day-to-day workflow.
Reception and patient care
Meet and greet patients in a warm and professional manner
Schedule and confirm appointments
Maintain an efficient and well-managed appointment book




Answer incoming telephone calls and manage patient enquiries
Process accounts and HICAPS claims
Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence with referring dentists and external providers
Liaise with laboratories, pathology providers and other external organisations as required
Carry out general administrative and clerical duties
Clinical support
Assist chairside with periodontists and hygienists as required
Prepare and turn over treatment rooms
Assist with instrument processing and sterilisation
Support the clinical team to ensure the day runs smoothly and efficiently
Training can be provided in chairside and sterilisation tasks for the right applicant.
About you
We are looking for someone who brings experience, maturity, confidence and a strong sense of responsibility to the role.
Essential
At least 2 years' experience in dental or an adjacent specialist health care environment
Strong communication skills and a professional telephone manner
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Outlook
Permanent work rights with no restrictions
Ability to obtain or provide a current police check
Highly regarded
Experience with EXACT dental practice management software
Dental assisting and sterilisation experience
Experience working in a specialist, multi-chair or busy private practice environment
Personal qualities
Calm, organised and dependable
Friendly, polished and confident when dealing with patients and referrers
Comfortable working in a mature, established team
A long-term mindset and genuine interest in becoming a valued part of the practice
Someone who takes pride in consistency, professionalism and doing the job well
What we offer
Competitive pay: $34–$39 per hour (depending on experience)
Permanent, stable role with consistent days
Supportive training in our systems and specialist periodontal workflows
Opportunity to further develop your career

📌 Dental Receptionist (Adelaide)
🏢 Melbourne Street Perio
📍 Adelaide