Dental Hygienist – Oakmead Dental Care, Chislehurst
We are looking for a Dental Hygienist to join our team at Oakmead Dental Care in Chislehurst. This role involves delivering high-quality dental therapy and hygiene treatments to NHS patients, managing an established patient book, and providing preventive, restorative and periodontal care within your scope of practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality Dental Therapy and Hygiene treatments to NHS patients
* Manage an established patient book and support continued patient care within the practice
* Provide preventive, restorative and periodontal care within your scope of practice
* Work closely with dentists to support NHS treatment delivery and patient outcomes
* Build trust and long-term relationships with patients, including children and families
* Deliver clear oral health education and promote preventative care
* Support a positive patient experience through excellent communication and patient management skills
Working Hours
* Every Monday and Tuesday 9am - 6pm with 1 hour break
* Every other Thursday and Friday 9am - 6pm with 1 hour break
* Alternative Saturdays 9am - 1pm
Qualifications & Skills
We are seeking a friendly, motivated and clinically confident Dental Hygienist who is comfortable working with a high-volume NHS patient base and enjoys building strong patient relationships. Most importantly, we look for someone who can build rapport with patients, provide reassurance when needed, and deliver outstanding patient care with professionalism and empathy.
To qualify: Experience in a busy NHS setting, excellent communication and patient management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality preventive and restorative care.
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