Person Specification for Student Dental Nurse / Qualified Dental Nurse
General
Intelligent, self‑motivated person able to work closely with a dentist in a busy private practice.
Specific Skills
* Able to demonstrate either fully qualified and GDC registered OR able to study on day release to NVQ Level 3 Standard.
* Pleasant personality and able to work as part of a team.
* Reliable and able to demonstrate ability to be depended on.
* Must be flexible in approach to work.
* Have a clear understanding of hygiene.
* Must be vaccinated or be able to be vaccinated for Hep B.
Job Description for Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Job Title: Dental Nurse / Receptionist
Purpose of the Job: To carry out reception and related duties throughout the practice or as detailed, nursing duties throughout the Practice and assist with any such other tasks as is reasonably requested by the Team Leader.
To Whom Responsible: The Team Leader
For Whom Responsible: Student Nurse / Receptionist
Employment Duties
* To perform high‑quality dental nursing whilst assisting each dentist in all dental procedures in a safe and effective manner in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the British Association of Dental Nurses and GDC Requirements.
* To establish and maintain productive working relationships with all members of the dental team.
* To keep up to date with professional studies and ensure completion of CPD.
* To perform a high‑quality reception service, including undertaking telephone calls as appropriate.
* To take reasonable care for her/his own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.
Key Tasks
* Set‑up and prepare the surgery for the type of patient and treatment planned before the start of each session.
* Clean and sterilise all equipment and working surfaces to the required standards at the end of each session.
* Prepare the necessary materials and instruments.
* Ensure safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste.
* Process, mount and store dental radiographs and assist in the correct procedure for dental radiography.
* Maintain and clean the radiograph processing unit.
* Liaise with reception over necessary future appointments for each patient.
* Escort patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirming the medical history is up‑to‑date and warning the dentist of any problems that have been noted.
* Provide clinical assistance to the dentist while treating the patient, acting under his/her supervision.
* Continually interpret the needs of patients and dentists and deal with them promptly and efficiently.
* Assist the dentist in the completion of patient records.
* Monitor and maintain stocks within the dental surgery as necessary, informing the Team Leader and liaising with the dentists over necessary orders and warning of any shortages of materials in the stores.
* Follow all practice policies and procedures.
* Ensure that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session.
* Report equipment failures or breakages to the Team Leader, and ensure basic maintenance is carried out within the surgery.
* Identify training and development needs and undertake appropriate training as required and agreed with the Team Leader.
* When acting as a receptionist answer the phone efficiently.
* Manage retail sales of the practice.
* Inform Team Leader about patient comments and complaints.
* Perform any other tasks reasonably requested by the Team Leader.
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