Purpose of the job
Provide clinical support to dentists, hygienists, and patients under supervision, assist with reception or any clerical duties as required, and perform such other tasks as reasonably requested by the practice owner.
Responsible to
The practice owner, practice manager, and the dentist you are working with.
Employment duties
* Assist dentist, hygienist, or therapist by providing dental chairside support duties relevant to stage of competence under supervision of a named GDC registrant in accordance with the GDC guidance for trainee dental nurses.
* Keep a log of your structured induction and on-going compliance training using Training Record and ensure each training session is counter-signed by your supervisor – a named GDC registrant.
* Work towards a nationally recognised qualification leading to the registration with the GDC.
* Follow all practice policies and procedures.
* Establish, promote, and maintain productive working relationships with all of the dental team.
* Liaise with the practice manager on all matters concerning administration, pay, and conditions.
* Assist with reception duties and perform other clerical duties if required.
* Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work.
Key tasks to be carried out under supervision
Develop and demonstrate competence in:
* All chairside support procedures.
* The manipulation and application of dental materials across a range of dental treatment procedures.
* Knowledge and application of a wide range of dental instruments and equipment relevant for dental procedures.
* Decontamination and preparation of treatment rooms for a range of dental procedures.
* Decontamination of dental devices using appropriate practice decontamination equipment after receiving the necessary vaccinations.
* Decontamination equipment maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
* Waste segregation and disposal in accordance with the practice policies and procedures.
* Use of the practice computer and X-ray systems.
* Completion of laboratory request forms and keeping records of all items sent, received, and fitted.
* Checking that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session.
* Provide patient support by liaising with reception over appointments for each patient.
* Escorting patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirming the patient’s medical history is up-to-date and communicating to the dentist [hygienist/therapist] any change in medical history or problems that he/she has noted.
* Monitoring, supporting, and reassuring patients.
* Supporting the patient and colleagues if there is an emergency.
* Providing appropriate advice to patients.
* Follow professional ethical guidelines including all rules on confidentiality.
* Perform reception duties including answering telephone, receiving mail, email, and meeting and greeting patients and/or carers.
* Manage the appointment book and send appointments by mail/email.
* Maintain recall systems and file patient clinical records and correspondence securely, ensuring they are kept up-to-date.
* Maintain and promote patient confidentiality in relation to patient medical history, details of treatment, financial transactions, or any conversation overheard.
* Process patient payments.
* Attend agreed competence and development training including induction and other structured in-house sessions and external training sessions leading to your qualification.
* Attend practice compliance meetings and training, including annual training for medical emergencies and CPR.
* Perform other tasks as required, including assisting in all clerical and administrative duties as required by the principal.
* Report equipment failures or breakages to the practice manager.
* Bring to the attention of the principal or practice manager any concerns about aspects of the practice, its performance, or the performance of others in the practice.
* Attend all practice meetings as requested.
* Perform any other tasks that are reasonably requested by the principal.
Salary: negotiable depending on experience
Practice opening hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-6pm and Fri 8am-2pm
Days negotiable: to be discussed at interview
Trainee Nurses will be enrolled on an accredited training programme after a 3 month probation period.
The Advanced Apprenticeship in Dental Nursing is suitable for anyone employed in a dental practice as a trainee dental nurse. The Apprenticeship will provide all learners with the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to become a qualified dental nurse. Following the successful completion of the qualification, it will enable the apprentices to apply to the GDC for professional registration as a dental nurse.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £7.50-£8.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TDN
Expected start date: 14/10/2024
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