Dental Nurse

**Job description**

**About us**

We are a mixed dental practice situated in the heart Penwortham with local off-street parking. The practice is comprised of 5 modern surgeries benefiting from the latest technology in a desirable location with neighbouring cafes, restaurants, and other local amenities. We offer a wide range of both general and cosmetic procedures with a stable team in situ. The practice benefits from the support of a Head Nurse and Assistant Manager as well as a shared Practice Manager with our sister site also located in Penwortham. This position is to cover maternity leave for 9months with the potential for extending for the right candidate.

**The Role:**

– Assisting Dentists with all treatments, providing chair side support to a high standard.
– Ensuring and maintaining a safe, clean, and productive working environment in all surgeries.
– Assisting with clinical notes always ensuring a high level of accuracy and efficiency.
– Keeping up to date with Training and Development ensuring that all relevant CPD is completed and up to date.
– Adhering to all cross-infection controls and ensuring that HTM01-05 regulations are followed at all times.
– Working closely with the Reception Team to ensure constant communication and all relevant information has been discussed.

**The Person:**

– We may consider someone already enrolled on a dental nursing course.
– Outstanding organisational skills, with an ability to multitask.
– Ability to work under pressure and a desire to grow professionally.
– Someone who is IT Proficient (Microsoft Office Packages) and experience with Dentally and Dental Compliance software is a bonus, but all training will be given.
– Outstanding chair side manner, with a patient focussed approach.
– A person with a friendly and approachable demeanour and a passion to help, the right candidate must be able to adapt and assist with the growth of the practice and work in a fast-paced environment.
– It is key that you can build strong working relationships and utilise these for the smooth running of the practice.

**Qualifications**

– Strong patient care skills
– Proficiency in English
– Nursing background
– IT knowledge, especially in Microsoft Office
– Excellent communication and organizational skills
– Level 3 qualification in Dental Nursing
– GDC registration

Pay: From £13.00 per hour

Benefits:

– Company pension
– Employee discount
– Free parking
– On-site parking

Application question(s):

– Are you GDC registered?

Work Location: In person