Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dental Nurse to join our dental practice. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting dentists during patient treatments, ensuring a smooth and efficient clinical environment. This paid position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within a professional healthcare setting, providing high-quality patient care and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety.

Duties

Assisting dentists during a variety of dental procedures, including preparing instruments and materials. Providing excellent patient care by explaining procedures, offering reassurance, and ensuring patient comfort throughout treatments. Managing patient records accurately using IT systems and maintaining confidentiality at all times. Ensuring the sterilisation of dental instruments and maintaining a clean, organised clinical environment. Supporting with administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient correspondence. Adhering to health and safety regulations, including infection control protocols. Assisting with patient education on oral health and post-treatment care instructions.

Qualifications

Proven experience in patient care within a healthcare or dental setting is desirable. Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to explain procedures clearly and empathetically. Knowledge of nursing practices relevant to dental care is preferred. Competence in using IT systems for record keeping and administrative purposes. Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a busy environment. A recognised qualification in dental nursing or equivalent is advantageous but not essential for entry-level candidates willing to learn on the job. Ability to work effectively as part of a team while demonstrating professionalism and attention to detail. This role offers an engaging environment for those passionate about healthcare and committed to delivering exceptional patient service. We welcome applications from individuals eager to grow their career within a supportive practice that values continuous professional development.
must be trustworthy

caring

good with patients and staff

competent working alone

use initiative to make outcomes better for staff and patients

experience working alone in busy dental practice managing different aspects of nursing

currently hiring for wednesdays only 8.30 to 5pm

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 16.00 per hour

Work Location: In person