Job Description

Job Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Dental Nurse to join our team in state-of-the-art private dental practice in Thornbury. We offer all services in house including Implants, aligners and sedation, and training in area's you wish to excel in will be readily supported.

Being a new practice and having just been completely fit out, all the equipment, fixtures and fittings are brand new, creating an environment you can be proud off. We are fortunate to have a beautiful staff area, air cooled surgeries and be fully digital ... making for a more enjoyable working environment.

We pride our team on training and guiding new members to a high standard, in a fun and forward-thinking environment and offer detailed training for this role allowing for great career progression. We are looking for a team member who can reach their full potential, this role is aimed at someone who is ambitious and driven to take on more responsibility and is able to be a great team player.

We are a modern, patient-centred practice focused on biocompatible, minimally invasive care. As a nurse-led team, we offer a unique environment where your expertise is valued and your professional input is encouraged.

The ideal candidate will be well presented, positive, organised, compassionate, driven and dedicated to delivering excellent patient care. Additionally, a great attitude to maintain a fun, relaxed and happy team spirit is essential.

Experience in Implant nursing is preferred however not essential. Training can be given to upskill in this area.

The main duties will include:

Provide chair side assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed Assisting the Dentists and Practice Manager with all clinical aspects of the surgery, maintaining compliance standards throughout Providing excellent patient care at every stage of the patient journey Maintaining cross infection controls, with a good understanding of HTM 01-05 Develop and file radiographs Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery Following the ordering procedure to order new stock supplies as necessary Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records To provide leadership and management of the DCP team in order to ensure that the practice operates efficiently To be accountable for the security, stock control and ordering of all clinical materials ensuring tight control of expenditure within budgetary constraints Take on additional responsibility and tasks to support the dentist and the Practice Manager

Requirements:

Qualified Dental Nurse with relevant certifications Excellent organisational skills Proficient in English, both spoken and written IT skills for maintaining digital records Strong focus on patient care and comfort Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues Sedation and/or X-ray trained (preferred, but not essential)

Added benefits:

Annual GDC registration Indemnity CPD hours CPR
Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

Day shift
Experience:

Dental Nursing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Valid GDC registration (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Qualified Dental Nurse

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 25,000.00-30,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Employee discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Dental Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

GDC Registration (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Dental Nurse