Dental Nurse

Focus Resourcing; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Pangbourne is seeking a dedicated Dental Nurse. The role includes assisting dentists, maintaining a safe environment, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have GDC registration and a commitment to furthering their skills in dentistry. This permanent position offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience as a Dental Nurse and be GDC registered.
• An enthusiastic and positive approach is essential.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and a passion for dentistry.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality dental nursing and assist dentists.
• Ensure surgical areas and equipment are cleaned and maintained.
• Liaise with the Practice Manager on administration matters.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organised and efficient

Teamwork

Mentoring junior nurses

Education

GDC registration

Previous experience as a Dental Nurse

Job description

Overview

• Location: Pangbourne
• Job type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Mon - Thurs 8am - 5.15pm, Fri - 8.15am - 4.15pm, Sat - 8.15am - 2.15pm (on a rota basis, every 4-6 weeks with a day off in lieu)
• Salary: Dependant on experience

Responsibilities

• To perform high quality dental nursing whilst assisting the dentists or therapists you have been appointed with, in a safe and effective manner in accordance with the 'Code of Ethics' of the British Association of Dental Nurses and the GDC requirements and recommendations to the dentists and their staff.
• To establish and maintain productive working relationships with all members of the dental team.
• To ensure that the surgical areas and equipment are regularly cleaned and maintained, including aspiration systems and autoclaves, paying all due attention to relevant legal and ethical codes, in addition to the practice policy in respect of cross infection control and Health & Safety.
• To liaise with the Practice Manager on all matters concerning administration, pay and service conditions.

Qualifications

• An enthusiastic and positive approach to work is essential.
• You must also be organised and pro-active with a real desire to further your skills and qualifications.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team are also essential.
• The ideal candidate will need to be organised, efficient and willing to mentor other junior and trainee nurses.
• A passion for dentistry, a willingness to embrace innovative techniques and new ideas and with a desire to further their own skills and qualifications.
• Must have previous experience as a Dental Nurse and be GDC registered.

Contact

For more information, please contact Julie Harding on (phone number removed)