Job Description

Job Overview

We are looking for a Dental Nurse to join our friendly and professional Team.

This role is ideal for an experienced or a qualified Dental Nurse with Dental Reception experience

Responsibilities

Greet patients warmly and manage their check-in and check-out processes. Schedule and confirm appointments, ensuring optimal use of the dentist's time. Maintain patient records accurately, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with data protection regulations. Handle incoming calls and respond to patient inquiries with professionalism and care. Process payments and manage billing inquiries efficiently. Collaborate with dental staff to ensure seamless patient flow and communication within the practice. Uphold a clean and organised reception area that reflects the professionalism of the practice. Assisting the dentist during a variety of dental procedures. Providing chair-side support to patients during treatment, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing. Preparing and maintaining the dental surgery and equipment, ensuring high standards of infection control are maintained at all times. Maintaining accurate records of patient care. Offering appropriate advice and guidance to patients on oral healthcare. Ensuring that all equipment is maintained and cleaned in accordance with practice protocols. Contributing to the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment. Taking Patient Photographs.

Experience

Experience as a receptionist within a dental setting or dental nurse experience would be an advantage. Basic IT proficiency, including familiarity with dental software systems, is advantageous. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a friendly disposition. Familiarity with dental terminology and procedures is advantageous but not mandatory; training will be provided for the right candidate. Experience with Digital Dentistry is desired but not necessary.

Requirements:

An accredited dental nursing qualification. Dental Nursing NVQ Level 3 GDC Registered Indemnity - paid by practice Enhanced DBS check - paid by practice Full Hep B Vaccinations and Titre tested Experience in Implant nursing preferred but not essential. Previous experience working as a Dental Nurse within a dental practice. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with patients and other healthcare professionals. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. A commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in dental nursing.

Salary

Salary from 13 per hour and is negotiable, depending upon the candidate's experience. Competitive pay, with higher rates for GDC-registered Dental Nurses

Working Pattern:

5 days per week 8:30 to 5:30 Mon - Fri
Job Type: Permanent

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Dental receptionist: 2 year (preferred) Dental Nurse: 2 years
Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

On-site parking
Application question(s):

Do you have any experience with digital dentistry?
Licence/Certification:

Valid GDC registration (required)
Work Location: In person