Qualified Dental Nurse

Beacon Dental Care; Malvern; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a friendly and award-winning dental practice as a Qualified Dental Nurse! This part-time role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and additional training. You'll be responsible for providing exceptional patient care, assisting dentists during procedures, and maintaining a clean and organized surgery. Enjoy benefits like a company pension, free parking, and company events. If you're passionate about dental care and want to be part of a fantastic team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Employee pension scheme

GDC and Indemnity paid

Perkbox

Extra day off for birthday

Free car parking

Uniform provided

Company events

Yearly cost of living pay increases

Qualifications

• GDC Registered and Dental Nursing NVQ Level 3 or equivalent required.
• Experience in a surgery environment and CPD in line with GDC guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists during treatments and ensure patient comfort.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment in the surgery.
• Support team members and promote effective teamwork.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Clinical Assistance

Time Management

Education

GDC Registered

Dental Nursing NVQ Level 3

Tools

SOE Software

Digital X-rays

Job description

We are keen to have a fully Qualified Dental Nurse to join our friendly, fantastic team in Malvern, Worcestershire !

Our award-winning practice is lovingly set in Malvern with a stunning view of the hills and is a great place to work and visit. We are a fully private practice using a fully computerised dental system with SOE software and digital x-rays. We're proud to hold the title of best patient care in the private dentistry awards 2020.

Job title: Qualified Dental Nurse

Salary: Depending on experience.

Hours: Part-time, Monday, Friday, and one Saturday a month.

Location: Beacon Dental Care, Malvern, Worcestershire

Why work for us?:
Growth and advancement opportunities (we currently offer Implants and Sedation)
Additional training
Work with a fantastic team
Employee pension scheme
GDC and Indemnity paid
Perkbox
Extra day off for birthday
Free car parking
Uniform provided
Companies events such as summer BBQ's & Christmas parties
Employee of the month prize
Friendly, supportive team
Yearly cost of living pay increases

Key responsibilities & duties:

_ Patient Care _
Greet and care for all patients within your care in a polite and courteous manner at all times
Provide a comfortable, clean and uncluttered environment for patients
Always be aware of patient confidentiality and data protection
Inform reception of any reason for delays
Ensure patients receive all necessary paperwork and that all forms are signed and dated correctly
Be fully familiar with all emergency & evacuation procedures
Promote a professional image of the company at all times
The dental nurse must remain in surgery, ensuring that dentists are chaperoned at all times when treating a patient unless a clinical duty such as taking radiographs dictates
Wear the correct clean uniform and maintain a professional appearance at all times while working with patients
Maintain awareness of new developments and dental techniques

_ People _
Provide support to dentists and other team members
Encourage effective teamwork
Liaise closely with reception to ensure maximum efficiency within their surgery
Work closely with the dentist in a professional and appropriate manner
Carry out reception and administrative tasks where required

_ Clinical _
Assist the patient into surgery, settle them in the chair and prepare them for treatment
Provide the patient with personal protective equipment
Produce instruments and materials as necessary during treatment
Provide chairside assistance during all dental procedures
Ensure all lab work is checked and available prior to patients arrival
Develop and file all x-rays, whilst adhering to the relevant safety procedures
Maintain a clean environment during surgery, cleaning and sterilising instruments after each patient.
Adhere to the Company policy on cross infection
Dispose of all clinical waste in a manner compliant with current regulations
Escort the patient from the surgery and when necessary to the reception area
Maintain and clean all equipment as per the manufacturer's instructions
Use the checklists provided outlining a schedule of daily and weekly tasks
Switch equipment on in the morning and ensure it is switched off again at the end of each working session
Ensure that adequate stocks of expendable drugs, materials and instruments are available
Ensure that all equipment faults are reported promptly to the Practice Manager
Immediately report any breach of cross infection controls or bad practice to the Practice Manager

_ Business Focus _
Be aware of the Company business strategy
Provide optimum use of all surgery time
Maintain equipment and adopt efficient use of materials
Proactively sell consumables in the Practice
When required, take payment from patients in line with Company policy

_ Environment _
Ensure waiting areas, corridors, stairs and immediate external areas are kept tidy and free of hazards in line with Health & Safety requirements
Remove waste regularly
Be vigilant and always report any problem or concerns to the Practice Manager immediately

Work experience and skills:
A friendly, courteous and welcoming disposition
Good verbal and written communication skills
Excellent telephone manner
Experience of working within a surgery environment
Undertakes CPD in line with GDC guidelines

Academic or trade qualification:
GDC Registered
Dental Nursing NVQ level 3 or equivalent
Up to date with CPD

If you would like to join our team, we would love to hear from you!

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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Free parking
Schedule:
Day shift
Weekend availability

Experience:
Dental Nursing: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:
Valid GDC registration (required)

Work Location: In person