Job Description

Dental Nurse Qualification:

A fundamental requirement, providing the clinical knowledge and practical experience necessary to understand the decontamination process.

Developing and implementing decontamination policies and procedures:

Ensuring staff compliance with practice protocols, and developing contingency plans.

Training and supervising staff:

Providing initial training for new employees and ensuring all team members are competent in decontamination procedures.

Maintaining a clean and safe environment:

Ensuring that instruments, equipment, and the dental surgery are properly decontaminated and maintained to a high standard of hygiene.

Monitoring and auditing:

Regularly monitoring decontamination processes, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring the practice meets relevant standards like HTM 01-05.

Managing resources:

Ensuring adequate supplies of cleaning and disinfection products are available and utilized effectively.

Liaising with external services:

Communicating with sterilisation services and other relevant bodies to ensure seamless processes.

Staying up-to-date with guidelines:

Keeping abreast of current legislation, guidelines, and best practices related to infection control and decontamination.

Training and Qualifications:

Dental Nurse Qualification:

A fundamental requirement, providing the clinical knowledge and practical experience necessary to understand the decontamination process.

Specialized Decontamination Training:

Formal training programs like the ILM Level 3 Leadership and Management in Dental Decontamination course are highly recommended to develop leadership and management skills.

Experience:

Substantial experience in a dental setting, including chairside assistance, infection control, and decontamination areas is crucial.

Understanding of relevant guidelines:

A thorough understanding of guidelines like HTM 01-05 is essential for compliance.

In essence, a decontamination lead is a vital part of the dental team, ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and staff by maintaining high standards of infection control and decontamination practices.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person