+ Assisting clinicians in providing all dental treatments clinically and during home visits to patients.
+ Preparing surgeries for dental procedures and maintaining a hygienic environment.
+ Communicating appropriately and sensitively with patients, families, and carers, considering language, ability, and cultural differences.
+ Undertaking reception, clerical, and administrative duties for the dental clinics/services.
+ Assisting with the preparation, care, maintenance, and sterilisation of dental instruments, following infection-control policies in line with HTM 01 05.
+ Supporting clinicians during IV & IS sedation and general anaesthesia as required.
+ Providing oral hygiene instructions to patients under clinician supervision.
+ Developing dental radiographs and maintaining x-ray equipment; qualified staff may take radiographs and assist with quality assurance under supervision.
+ Assisting with fluoride varnish programmes, ensuring hygiene standards.
+ Ensuring safe handling and disposal of sharps, drugs, and clinical waste.
+ Complying with safeguarding policies for children and vulnerable adults, including training and reporting protocols.
+ Meeting essential requirements such as communication skills, organisation, IT proficiency, and teamwork.
+ Working across boroughs including Camden, Islington, Haringey, and Enfield.
+ Participating in training to meet GDC/CPD standards.
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