Dental Nurse/Trainee Dental Nurse

Clyde Munro Dental Group; Balerno; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay scale

Career progression within the group

Professional development – access toCP

Wellbeing initiatives

Discounted dental treatments

Job summary

Clyde Munro Dental Group in Balerno, near Edinburgh, is seeking a friendly Dental Nurse on a part-time basis (Mon-Thu) to support the clinical team and reception duties. Trainee applicants are welcome to train alongside day-to-day clinical work.

You will assist with chairside care, prepare surgeries, manage instruments and patient records, and contribute to delivering a high standard of care in a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• GDC registration is desirable; trainee applicants welcome.
• Experience in a dental practice (private or NHS) is desirable for qualified candidates.
• Ability to work in a team and maintain high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support and assist the clinician during treatments.
• Support reception tasks when needed and manage patient information accurately.
• Prepare surgeries and instruments, ensuring supplies and stock are maintained.
• Maintain clinical records using the practice management system.

Skills

GDC registration

Dental nurse experience (private/NHS)

Willingness to learn

Job description

Join us!

We’re looking for a friendly and motivated Dental Nurse to join the team at Artis Dental & Implant Studio in Balerno, Edinburgh, on a part-time basis (Monday-Thursday). We’re also happy to hear from candidates who are looking to begin their career in dentistry and would like to apply as a trainee.

At Artis Dental & Implant Studio, we take pride in delivering high-quality, personalised dental care in a welcoming environment. Our experienced team offers a broad selection of dental and implant treatments, with a strong focus on making every patient feel comfortable and well cared for.

The position

As a Dental Nurse, you’ll work closely with the clinical team to support the smooth running of the practice and provide effective chairside assistance throughout the day. The role will also involve supporting the reception team when needed.

If you are a trainee, you will complete your training alongside your day-to-day clinical work.

You’ll be an important part of ensuring patients receive a high standard of care, while working in line with the practice’s clinical procedures, health and safety requirements and relevant guidelines.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Helping patients feel comfortable, welcomed and relaxed when they arrive at the practice.


• Using the practice management system, Software of Excellence, effectively to keep patient information and clinical records accurate and up to date.


• Preparing surgeries before each session and ensuring everything is ready for the next appointment, helping the practice operate efficiently.


• Working proactively with the dentist and wider clinical team by preparing the instruments, materials, equipment and laboratory work required for each patient.


• Keeping an eye on surgery supplies and ordering or replenishing stock when necessary to maintain appropriate levels.


• Providing reception cover when required, including answering calls, arranging and confirming appointments, dealing with patient queries and processing payments.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is caring, dependable and keen to contribute to a positive practice environment. Ideally, you will have:

• GDC registrationif you are already qualified as a Dental Nurse.


• Previous experience within either a private or NHS dental practice is desirable for qualified candidates.


• A genuine commitment to providing patients with a consistently high standard of care.


• The confidence to work independently, while also being a supportive and collaborative member of the wider team.


• A positive and enthusiastic approach, with a willingness to learn, develop and take on new skills.

Benefits

We believe that a great team deserves to feel valued and supported. That’s why we’re committed to creating a positive workplace where our people can enjoy their role, develop their careers and feel appreciated. Some of the benefits and perks we offer include:

• Competitive pay scale


• Career progression opportunities within the group


• Referral bonus


• Company paid GDC fee


• Professional Development – access to online training and educational assistance


• Wellbeing initiatives


• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Enhanced family friendly policies


• ‘You Days’ - a day off for moving house or getting married


• Birthday day off


• Service holidays


• Discounted dental treatments


• Optical care

Artis Dental & Implant Studio– Part of Clyde Munro Group

We’re committed to creating a successful and sustainable future by investing in our people alongside our practices. Supporting our colleagues to build their skills and progress within the group is a key part of our approach.

For Dental Nurses, this includes access tofunded CPD,ongoing learning and opportunities to broaden your clinical skills. Whether you want to strengthen your existing experience or explore the next stage of your career, you’ll have access to training, guidance and support to help you move forward.

Take a look at our video to discover more about life at Clyde Munro and the development opportunities available to our teams.

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