Assistant Practice Manager | The Port Dental Care

The Port Dental Care | Practice Details: Chairs: 7

Assistant Practice Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time

Working Hours: Monday to Friday

The Port Dental Care has been a trusted part of the local community for over 80 years. We pride ourselves on being a warm, family-focused practice, delivering personalised care to every patient who walks through our doors. This is a place where relationships matter, and where you’ll be part of a team that truly cares about the people we serve and each other.

Join us and help shape a future where healthcare is more connected, more personal and more human.

We’re a global healthcare leader trusted by millions and committed to helping people to live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. Healthcare is changing, and so are we. We’re investing in more clinics, better systems and smarter, more connected ways to help our customers. As we continue to expand our services and invest in innovation, you’ll help create a healthcare system that meets people where they are, responds to what they need and leaves them better than before.

Here, your work has purpose, your voice matters and your future is full of possibility. Just imagine the impact you could make.

The purpose of this job

Is to play a vital role in the effective support of the Practice Manager in driving smooth operations, assist and oversee reception and to dental assist when necessary.   To foster leadership within the team and assistant with improving staff performance. Help with growth and staff development, goal setting and compliance with company standards. To take charge in the Manager’s absence overseeing all the facets of the business.

What you’ll need to make it possible

• Strong leadership and administrative skills, with the ability to manage recruitment, team meetings, and step in for the Practice Manager as needed.
• Proven experience in people and business management, with a solid understanding of financial performance, budgets, and daily operations.
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with excellent organisational, time management, and communication skills (dental experience required).
• Confident in managing patient interactions, including appointments, enquiries, accounts, and payments, while taking responsibility and making decisions.

Why you’ll love it?

• A people-first culture that supports your health, happiness, and wellbeing.
• Career growth opportunities through ongoing learning and internal pathways.
• Exclusive benefits and discounts, including health insurance, tech, fitness, and lifestyle perks.
• A workplace that recognises, rewards, and celebrates your success.

At Bupa your wellbeing, identity, and personal story are respected and valued. We are continuing to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Bupa is committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying and harassment.

We actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ applicants.

We are dedicated to removing barriers to participation. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, or if you’d like to discuss how this role can be flexible for you, please let us know so we can support your participation on an equitable basis.

If this sounds exciting, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together.