Trainee Dental Nurse

Chong Kwan Dental Care; Dunfermline; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Dunfermline is seeking a Trainee Dental Nurse to assist dentists and ensure smooth operations. The role requires excellent communication and attention to detail, with responsibilities including chairside assistance and patient education. A training course for dental nursing will be provided by the practice. The position offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Passion for providing exceptional patient care.
• You will need to register on a training course funded by the practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist the dentist during dental procedures.
• Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Take and develop dental x-rays.
• Prepare patients for treatment.
• Provide chairside assistance to the dentist.
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Manage infection control protocols.
• Schedule patient appointments.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Compassion

Education

Registration on dental nursing training course

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Trainee Dental Nurse to join our dental practice. As a Trainee Dental Nurse, you will play a crucial role in assisting the dentist and ensuring the smooth operation of the clinic. If you have excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for providing exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:
- Assist the dentist during dental procedures, including preparing instruments and materials
- Sterilize and maintain dental instruments and equipment
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Prepare patients for treatment and ensure their comfort throughout the procedure
- Provide chairside assistance to the dentist during treatments
- Educate patients on oral hygiene practices and post-operative care
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
- Manage infection control protocols to ensure a safe and clean environment
- Schedule patient appointments and manage the dental clinic's appointment system
You will be required to register on a training course to gain a qualification in dental nursing. This will be funded by the practice

Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience

If you are passionate about providing quality dental care and want to be part of a dynamic team, please submit your resume for consideration. We look forward to hearing from you!