Lead Dental Nurse

Rodericks Dental Limited; Worcester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in dental care is seeking a Lead Dental Nurse to oversee a team and ensure exceptional patient experiences. This role is pivotal in managing the training of new staff and maintaining compliance with GDC regulations. You will work closely with dentists, driving efficiency and performance goals while delivering top-notch care. If you are passionate about dental nursing and looking for a supportive environment that values your professional development, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that prioritizes quality care and offers great incentives for your hard work.

Benefits

Tiered salary structure

GDC registration fees covered

Retail discounts

Extra day of annual leave for Birthday

Annual leave increases with service

Comprehensive training and CPD

Access to Advanced Qualifications

Uniform provided

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Must have live GDC registration to be considered for the role.
• Experience in managing and training Dental Nurses is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Dental Nurses and manage their training.
• Ensure excellent patient care and support the Practice Manager.

Skills

Team Leadership

Patient Care

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Knowledge of NHS and Private Dentistry

Regulatory Compliance (GDC)

Education

Relevant GDC Registration

Job description

Join to apply for the Lead Dental Nurse role at Rodericks Dental Partners.

Location: Worcester Park KT4 7NL

Hours: 40 hours per week must include Thursdays until 6.45pm.

At Rodericks Dental Partners, we are committed to improving lives through quality dentistry – together. We do this by ensuring we reward you financially and personally as you develop your career by offering you great incentives, recognition, and opportunities.

• Tiered salary structure based on your skills and experience – plus a practice bonus scheme!
• Your GDC registration and medical indemnity fees covered.
• Retail discounts and deals through our easy-to-use app.
• Extra day of annual leave for your Birthday!
• Annual leave package which increases with your length of service.
• Comprehensive training and verifiable CPD (free online and in person courses).
• Access to Advanced Qualifications.
• Uniform provided.
• Refer a friend scheme.

Role Description:

As a Lead Dental Nurse, you’ll play a key role looking after every patient and supporting your dentist. With your understanding of Private, NHS and UDA treatments, together with your knowledge of GDC and other regulatory responsibilities, you’ll set the highest standards for your team and your patients.

• Leading a team of Dental Nurses, supporting recruitment and additional compliance duties.
• Managing the training of Trainee/Apprentice Dental Nurses within your practice, buddying them through their initial induction and acting as an extra support as they learn.
• Assisting the Practice Manager to ensure the smooth running of your Dental Nursing Team.
• Passionate about delivering excellent patient care at all times. Working with clinical freedom, to allow us to choose the right solution with each patient.
• Understand the importance of teamwork within the surgery and how you can work effectively to support the dentists.
• Possess excellent organisational and influencing skills, using these to ensure that the practice delivers effective care.
• Understand Private and NHS dentistry – supporting offering treatment options to patients and how you can best drive surgery efficiency and help the practice performance goals.
• Demonstrating your full understanding of GDC and other regulatory responsibilities.
• Embrace the importance of your own CPD and ongoing professional development.

Minimum Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must have a relevant live GDC registration.

If you like the sound of working with Rodericks Dental Partners, don’t hesitate, click “Apply” now.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care