Dental Nurse / Head Dental Nurse

Howard Finley; Chester-le-Street; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental care provider in Chester-le-Street is seeking a Dental Nurse to provide exceptional chairside support and uphold high standards of patient care. The ideal candidate will be GDC registered and possess strong organisational and communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career progression in a friendly and modern environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for career progression

Ongoing CPD support and training

Friendly working environment

Qualifications

• GDC registered Dental Nurse is essential.
• Previous experience as a Dental Nurse required; senior experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cross infection and decontamination procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support to clinicians during dental treatments.
• Ensure high standards of cross infection control and surgery preparation.
• Supervise and train junior team members as Head Dental Nurse.

Skills

GDC registration

Knowledge of cross infection procedures

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Dental Nurse / Head Dental Nurse

Location: Chester-le-Street

Salary: £14ph+, this is dependent on experience and how well the interview goes.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support to clinicians across a wide range of dental treatments.
• Uphold the highest standards of cross infection control, decontamination, and surgery preparation.
• Assist in the supervision, training, and development of junior team members (for Head Dental Nurse responsibilities).
• Support with stock control, ordering, and ensuring surgeries are fully equipped.
• Accurately maintain patient records and assist with reception/administration as required.
• Deliver excellent patient care, ensuring a comfortable and positive experience.

Requirements

• GDC registered Dental Nurse (essential).
• Previous experience as a Dental Nurse; experience in a senior or lead role is desirable but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of cross infection and decontamination procedures.
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Professional, reliable, and committed to continuous learning and development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and role.
• Opportunities for career progression and additional responsibilities.
• Ongoing CPD support and training.
• Friendly and modern working environment.

Please let me know what type of role you are looking for and even if this would not be of interest please do reply and notify me.

Raheim

Howard Finley Care

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