An exciting opportunity for a qualified dental nurse to join our friendly practice team at Corn Market Dental Practice.
For a complete understanding of this opportunity, and what will be required to be a successful applicant, read on.
We are located in the beautiful town of Wimborne, adjacent to the historic Wimborne Minster.
We are looking for a kind, caring and professional dental nurse to join our friendly team.
The practice is fully private, offering a wide range of treatments including Implants, Orthodontics, Endodontics and cosmetic dentistry.
*Salary:
* depending on experience.
*Hours:
*Full-time
*Key responsibilities & duties:
** Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including implant surgery, Endodontics and Orthodontics
* Preparing and sterilising instruments and equipment following HTM guidance and protocols
* Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment
* Set-up and prepare the surgery for the type of patient and treatment planned
* Clean and sterilise all equipment and working surfaces to the required standards at the end of each session
* Ensure safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste
* Escort patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirming the medical history and bringing any changes to the attention of the dentist.
* Provide clinical assistance under the supervision of the dentist.
* Continually evaluate the needs of patients and dentist and deal with them promptly and efficiently
* Assist the dentist in the completion of patient records
* Monitor and maintain stocks as necessary and liaise with the stock nurse regarding any shortages of materials
* Ensure that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session
* Follow all practice policies and procedures and patient confidentiality
* Establish and maintain productive working relationships with the dental team
* Take reasonable care for own and others’ health and safety
* Comply with all GDC and CQC requirements
*Academic qualifications:
** Qualification in Dental Nursing – NEBDN or NVQ 3
* Dental Nurse Registration with the General Dental Council
* IT literate, knowledge of SOE would be an advantage
* Ability to provide a portfolio of documented evidence of CPD attained
*Work experience and skills:
** Empathetic
* Excellent communication skills
* Confident in their role
* Reliable
* Excellent customer service skills with a good telephone manner
* Willing to learn and expand their skills
* CQC knowledge
* Sound knowledge of HTM 01 05
*Benefits
** A fantastic highly skilled team to work alongside
* A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase this through training and development
* Fully funded CPD training, GDC registration, DBS and Professional Indemnity
* Progression and development
* Contributory pension scheme
* Modern surgeries
* Perkbox
* Extra day off for your birthday_We look forward to hearing from you!_IND002Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:
* Additional leave
* Company events
* Store discountSchedule:
* Monday to FridayExperience:
* dental nursing: 1 year (preferred)Licence/Certification:
* GDC registration (preferred)Work Location: In person