Job Description

We are looking for a full time Qualified Dental Nurse to join us here at Milton Keynes Dental Clinic.

The position will be for Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and two Saturdays per month. Applicants must be able to start work at 7.45am when required, and be able to cover one late night per week.

We are an independent practice and we see both NHS and Private patients. We have a visiting Periodontist, Oral Surgeon, Implantologist and Endodontist.

for a Dental Nurse

Milton Keynes Dental Clinic

Job title:

Dental Nurse

Purpose of the job

Provide clinical support to dentists, hygienists and patients, assist with reception or any clerical duties as required and perform such other tasks as reasonably requested by the principal.

Responsible to

The principal, practice manager and the dentist, hygienist or therapist with whom you are working.

Employment duties

Perform high quality dental nursing whilst assisting each dentist, hygienist or therapist in all procedures in a safe and effective manner in accordance with the 'Code of Ethics' of the British Association of Dental Nurses, the GDC's 'Scope of Practice'
Follow practice policies and procedures as set out in the Staff Handbook
Establish, promote and maintain productive working relationships with all members of the dental team
Assist with reception duties and perform other clerical duties when required
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work

Key tasks

Follow the practice procedures for infection prevention and control
Set-up and prepare the treatment room appropriately for each patient
Prepare the necessary materials and instruments, making sure that equipment and instruments are in good working order and maintained regularly in accordance with practice policy
Segregate waste in accordance with the practice procedures and ensure its safe disposal
Assist in taking radiographs (according to your level of training)
Process digital dental radiographs
Maintain and decontaminate equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and your training
Liaise with reception over appointments for each patient
Escort patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirm that there is an up-to-date patient's medical history and communicate this to the dentist or hygienist/therapist.
Provide chairside support to the dentist or hygienist/therapist during treatment
Prepare dental materials as required
Monitor, support and reassure patients
Assist in the keeping of full and accurate patient records and ensure that they are regularly updated and stored securely
Support the patient and colleagues if there is an emergency
Provide appropriate advice to patients
Monitor and maintain stock within the practice as necessary, informing the practice manager and liaising with the dentists and hygienists/therapists over orders or any shortages of materials
Perform chaperoning duties for dentists and hygienists/therapist when treating patients
Follow all dental 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
Report equipment failures or breakages to the practice manager
Attend practice annual training for medical emergencies and CPR
Bring to the attention of the principal or practice manager any concerns about aspects of the practice, its performance or the performance of others in the practice
Attend all practice meetings as requested
Perform any other tasks that are reasonably requested by the principal

Statement of responsibilities

This job description is a guide to responsibilities rather than a complete list of duties. It will be periodically reviewed and may be amended by agreement from time to time.

MKDC's vision is to provide high quality, market leading dentistry and improve the oral health of the community through education and engagement. Everybody should be able to smile with confidence!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

On-site parking Transport links
Work Location: In person