About the Practice
A three-surgery mixed NHS and Private dental practice in the centre of a busy market town. The practice offers a full range of general dental services, hygienist treatment and is active in clinical research.
Training and Career Opportunities
This is a great opportunity to be trained and secure long-term employment. Once qualified, there are a number of routes for further training and development, including dental hygienist, dental therapist or dental cosmetics. Also the opportunity for career progression into head nurse, team leader, clinical research or practice manager.
Responsibilities
* Assist the dentist during dental procedures
* Prepare and sterilize dental instruments and equipment
* Take and develop dental x-rays
* Provide chairside assistance to the dentist
* Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
* Maintain accurate medical documentation and records
Daily Responsibilities
* Take responsibility for the decontamination of instruments
* Maintain dental operating equipment
* Ensure that all relevant materials and supplies are in place
* Look after patient records - including making notes when the dentist is examining a patient
* Work closely with the dentist, responding quickly to requests and generally keeping the surgery ready for use
Training
Training will be in the workplace for 4 days per week and Buckinghamshire College Group Aylesbury campus for 1 day per week.
Schedule
Average 30 hour week. Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5.45pm, with a day off for college during the week. One hour lunch break.
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