Job Description

Job description

Are you fascinated about dental health and looking to start a career in the sector? Are you a dental nurse looking for new career opportunities? We provide support to obtain the relevant qualifications to provide chair-side assistance with Implants, Sedation and X-Rays.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full time/part time, permanent dental nurse to join the team at Kingsmills Dental Practice.

Essential

GDC Registration/ Willing to attend and complete the training to access to GDC Registration

Qualities and Attitude

Essential

Good communication skills orally and writing

Ability to work in a team

Ability to maintain quality in own work

Others

Essential

Undertake the training provided by the supervisors

Primary Responsibilities

Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practice's health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions. Ensure the general cleaning of all the practice according to the practice cleaning schedule Act according to the training provided by the Dentist and Manager Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available Ensure the care and welfare of patients Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies Comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc. Develop and file radiographs as directed Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery Ask the practice manager new stock supplies as necessary Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records Attend and participate in practice meetings Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (including the duties and tasks of the receptionist) Assist and complete any training relevant to the position Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct

Note:

This job description is not exhaustive and will be subject to periodic review. It may be amended to meet the changing needs of the business.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-14.20 per hour

Expected hours: 25 - 35 per week

Additional pay:

Performance bonus
Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Employee discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person