Job Description

DENTAL NURSE

We are a busy 3 surgery practice located in Smethwick. We have been established for over 50 years,

delivering a mix of private, Denplan and NHS including cosmetic dentistry. We offer in-house Implants, Endodontics, and Orthodontics.

Qualified dental nurse with at least 2 years experience.

Friendly, self-motivated, enthusiastic, well presented, reliable and punctual.

Able to effectively communicate and have strong people skills.

Training will be available in R4 software, though experience with this would be preferred.

Salary will be based on previous experience and discussed at the interview stage.

Key tasks

Prepare and maintain the clinical environment, including the equipment

Carry out infection prevention and control procedures to prevent physical, chemical and microbiological contamination in the surgery.

Record dental charting and oral tissue assessment carried out by other registrants

Keep full, accurate and contemporaneous patient records and ensure that they are stored securely

Prepare equipment materials and patients for dental radiography

Process dental radiographs

Monitor, support and reassure patients

Give appropriate patient advice

Perform the following additional procedures following appropriate training:

Oral health education and oral health promotion

Assist in the treatment of orthodontic patients

Carry out shade taking

Segregate waste in accordance with the practice procedures and ensure its safe disposal

Liaise with reception over appointments for each patient

Escort patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirm the patient's medical history is up to date and communicate to the dentist (hygienist/therapist) any change in medical history or problems that he/she has noted

Monitor and maintain stock within the practice as necessary, informing the practice manager and liaising with the dentists {hygienists/therapists) over orders or any shortages of materials

Follow all professional ethical guidelines including all rules on confidentiality

Maintain and promote patient confidentiality in relation to patient medical history, details of treatment, financial transactions or any conversation overheard

Complete laboratory request forms and keep records of all items sent, received and fitted

Check that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session

Assist in all clerical and administrative duties as required by the principal

Attend practice annual training for medical emergencies and CPR

Job Types: Part time, Permanent

Salary: Depending on experience

Licence/Certification:

Valid GDC registration (preferred)
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 13.00-15.00 per hour

Experience:

Dental assisting: 2 years (preferred) Dental Nursing: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Valid GDC registration (required)
Work Location: In person