Lead Dental Nurse

Clyde Munro Dental Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking dental practice as a Lead Dental Nurse, where you'll provide vital chairside support and ensure high standards of patient care. This role offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive environment, with a focus on career progression and professional development. You'll be part of a friendly team dedicated to creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients while managing clinical compliance and supporting practice operations. With attractive benefits, including a referral bonus and enhanced family-friendly policies, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the dental field.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Referral bonus

Company-paid GDC registration fee

Access to online training

Wellbeing initiatives

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced family-friendly policies

'You Days' for moving house or getting married

Qualifications

• GDC registered with experience in Private/NHS practices.
• Enthusiastic with a desire to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support and oversee daily practice activities.
• Ensure excellent patient care and manage compliance with standards.

Skills

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

GDC Registration

Communication Skills

Independence

Education

GDC Registration

Job description

Join our Team!

We are excited to be recruiting a full-time qualified Lead Dental Nurse to join our friendly and welcoming team at Earl Grey Dental.

Located on Earl Grey Street, the practice is just a short walk from Haymarket Station and easily accessible by public transport. You will be joining the team at an exciting time with fantastic opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

Your Role

You will be responsible for providing chairside support, overseeing daily practice activities, and ensuring excellent patient care. You will play a key role in managing clinical and cross-contamination compliance and Health & Safety measures.

Other duties include:

• Creating a welcoming environment for patients, making them feel at ease from the outset
• Ensuring all elements of the patient journey are delivered consistently to a high standard
• Proactively seeking patient feedback and acting on suggestions for improvement
• Supporting the Practice Manager in managing external lab work
• Managing stock efficiently and ensuring timely replenishment
• Undertaking reception duties when required
• Acting within the GDC’s standards for the team and practice
• Supporting associates by providing professional chairside support
• Providing training and support to colleagues as needed

About You

• Must be GDC registered
• Experience working in Private/NHS practices
• Committed to delivering high levels of patient care
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Enthusiastic with a desire to learn and develop new skills

Benefits

We believe in attracting and retaining top talent by offering attractive benefits and perks, including:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for career progression within the group
• Referral bonus
• Company-paid GDC registration fee
• Access to online training and educational support
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• 'You Days' for moving house or getting married
• Birthday day off
• Service holidays
• Discounted dental treatments
• Optical care

Earl Grey Dental – Part of Clyde Munro Group

At Clyde Munro, we celebrate each practice's unique culture while providing the benefits and support of a larger group. We are committed to staff development and supporting career growth within the group.

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