Job Description

Please see location description - This position will initially be in the Sittingbourne practice for training, and will then be for our swanscombe branch as a permanent position

Chopra & Associates Swanscombe practice are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated full time trainee dental nurse to join our team.

This role will start in our Sittingbourne practice for training, and will then be based from Swanscombe.

What kind of person are we looking for?

The right candidate should be motivated, trustworthy, friendly, and keen to develop and learn new skills. You must also be a team player, flexible, and have excellent patient manner.

Dental nursing responsibilities include:-

Keep the cleaning areas, all equipment and instruments sterile/tidy Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacture's recommendations Provide chairside assistance Always ensure the care and welfare of patients in a friendly, helpful and courteous manner Accurately complete patients' records Maintain confidentiality at all times Handle all substances in accordance with Health and Safety policies Be familiar and comply with all Health and Safety rules and guidance Develop and file radiographs Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted Completing an order list for stock 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 (perhaps including the duties and tasks of receptionist as required) Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct
Reception duties-

Greeting patients Taking/recording payments Scheduling appointments Answering phones Record keeping
To consider -

You will be required to be immunised against Hepatitis B pass a DBS check Travel to other locations when required - To include Sittingbourne, Canterbury and Ashford
Future prospects

With experience you may be able to move into jobs like Team Manager, Team Leader or Dental Practice Manager. With further training, you could become a Dental Therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a Dental Hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums. You might decide to train as an Orthodontic Therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 12.21 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount On-site parking
Schedule:

Every weekend Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Experience:

Dental Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Valid GDC registration (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person