Dental Nurse

Henry Schein; Crowborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Crowborough is seeking a qualified Dental Nurse to join their team full time. The role involves assisting in patient care, conducting audits, stock control, and maintaining a safe environment. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, and preference will be given to qualified individuals, though trainees with UK experience may be considered. Working hours will be 35-40 hours per week, including some Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Qualified Dental Nurse, preferably with UK practice experience.
• Ability to assist patients and maintain a calming environment.
• Experience in stock management and audits.

Responsibilities

• Assist the manager and head nurse effectively.
• Provide support and reassurance to patients.
• Monitor and carry out audits on tests.

Skills

Patient reassurance

Stock control

Audit management

Education

Dental Nurse qualification

Job description

A opportunity has become available for a Dental Nurse to join an established, mixed practice located in Crowborough, East Sussex.

Start date - as soon as possible.

This role is to work full time, Monday - Friday, will include some Saturdays on a Rota basis.

Working hours will be 35-40 hours per week.

Consisting of 3 surgeries, they are fully equipped and computerised using Kodak R4.Digital X-rays on site.

Pay will be dependant on experience and up to £14.50/hr

Duties include, but not limited to

• Assisting the manager and head nurse
• Providing support and reassurance to the patient
• Carrying out daily, weekly and monthly audits, monitoring all tests/audits are being carried out
• Stock control and ordering
• Preparing fillings and other materials
• Sterilising instruments
• Processing x-rays
• Surgery checks and monitoring decontamination and infection control
• Recording and filing information about patients

The ideal candidate will be qualified but practice may consider a trainee with UK practice experience.

Sponsorship is not available for this role so the successful candidate must have full right to work in the UK without limitations.