Job Description

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Dental Nurse - Full-Time or Part-Time (Qualified or Trainee)

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Ness Bank Dental Practice, Inverness

Ness Bank Dental Practice are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated qualified or trainee Dental Nurse to join our friendly, well-established and approachable team.

Our proudly independent practice treats Private, NHS and Highland Dental Plan patients and experience in this type of environment would be an advantage.

The successful candidate must be willing to demonstrate the highest levels of patient care and have the ability to work on their own initiative, as well as part of a team

An understanding of Dentally computer system is beneficial but not essential as full training would be given.

This is an initial temporary position to provide maternity cover, with potential to become permanent for the right candidate.

What We Offer:

GDC registration paid by employer Agilio CPD subscription paid by employer Additional annual leave over the festive period Monday to Friday only - no weekends/late evenings Supportive environment with opportunities for learning and progression Friendly, well-equipped practice in a great location

About You

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Qualified or trainee dental nurse Positive, professional, and caring attitude Good communication and teamwork skills Enthusiastic and eager to develop your skills

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. 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 Ensure the care and welfare of patients Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed by the dentist Comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc. Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (including receptionist duties) Assist and complete any training relevant to the position

For Trainee Dental Nurses:

The candidate must be committed to their training schedule and create a positive, progressive learning environment for themselves as they work through the training process and necessary modules.

There are no late night or weekend work commitments but study or lessons outside of work may be necessary

Start date

: Approximately end of January.

Please note, due to the introduction of the new PVG system, applications and checks are currently taking longer than usual, so early applications are encouraged

Location

: Ness Bank Dental Practice, 6 Ness Bank, Inverness, IV2 4SF

If you're passionate about patient care and want to be part of a welcoming independent practice, we'd love the opportunity to speak to you

Please send your CV and cover letter to admin@nessbankdental.co.uk or apply on Indeed.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temp to perm, Apprenticeship

Pay: 25,079.34-30,748.38 per year

Expected hours: 39.5 per week

Benefits:

Private dental insurance
Work Location: In person