Are you looking to develop your career to the next level? Are you hardworking, reliable with good communication skills?
This might be a good opportunity for you.
We are looking for a TRAINEE OR QUALIFIED DENTAL NURSE to join our friendly and dynamic team at the MIDLAND ROAD DENTAL SURGERY in BEDFORD.
We are a well-established, busy, mixed NHS and PRIVATE clinic, and we pride ourselves on our outstanding patient care, providing excellent care and customer service.
We are just moments away from the Bedford train station, which is a 45-minute ride into London. There's free on-site parking.
Full training will be provided.
Duties include:
* Assisting in the provision of dental care to patients
* Reception duties
* Decontamination/sterilisation in the surgeries
Key tasks:
* Setting up and preparing the treatment room appropriately for each patient
* Preparing the necessary materials and instruments, ensuring that equipment and instruments are in good working order and maintained regularly in accordance with practice policy
* Segregating waste in accordance with practice procedures and ensuring its safe disposal
* Maintaining and decontaminating equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
* Liaising with reception over appointments for each patient
* Welcoming patients with a cheery smile
* Providing chairside support to the Dental Surgeons/Therapists/Hygienists during treatment
* Monitoring, supporting and reassuring patients
* Assisting in the keeping of full and accurate patient records and ensuring that they are regularly updated and stored securely
* Providing appropriate advice to patients
* Monitoring and maintaining stock within the practice as necessary, informing the Head Nurse and liaising with clinicians over orders or any shortages of materials
* Checking that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session a day prior to patients' appointments
* Assisting in all administrative duties as required by the Practice Co-ordinator
* Reporting equipment failures or breakages to the Head Nurse/Practice Co-ordinator
Education: GCSE or equivalent
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £11.60-£12.60 per hour
Additional pay:
* Performance bonus
Benefits:
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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