Optometrist Receptionist

Recruiter:

Hired Recruitment (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

JHB000030/LB

Date posted:

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Location:

Benoni, South Africa

Salary:

6000 Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established optometry practice based in Benoni, is seeking a friendly, well-presented, and well-spoken Receptionist / Optical Assistant to join their team.
The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for patients and will receive training to assist the optometrist with basic optical duties. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people in a professional retail healthcare environment.

POSITION INFO:

Job Title: Receptionist / Optical Assistant
Location: Benoni, Gauteng
Salary: R6,000 – R7,000 per month
Position Type: Full-Time (Retail Hours)

Working Hours

Monday – Thursday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Every Second Saturday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday: Closed

Key Responsibilities

Welcoming and assisting patients in a professional and friendly manner
Managing appointments and patient bookings
Answering telephone and email enquiries
Handling payments and basic administrative duties
Maintaining a neat and organised reception area
Assisting the optometrist (training will be provided)
Supporting daily practice operations and retail activities

Minimum Requirements

Well presented with excellent communication skills
Friendly, professional, and customer-service orientated personality
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Comfortable working retail hours
Basic computer literacy
Reliable and punctual

Advantageous

Previous receptionist or retail experience
Experience in a medical practice, optometry, or customer-facing environment

What the Client Offers

On-the-job training within the optometry field
Supportive and professional working environment
Opportunity to gain healthcare and retail experience

Company Description

Optometrist in Benoni

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