*Job Summary*An exciting opportunity for a qualified dental nurse to join our friendly practice team at Corn Market Dental Practice.
We are located in the beautiful town of Wimborne, adjacent to the historic Wimborne Minster.
We are looking for a kind, caring and professional dental nurse to join our friendly team.
The practice is fully private, offering a wide range of treatments including Implants, Orthodontics, Endodontics and cosmetic dentistry.
*Salary:* depending on experience.
*Hours: *24.75 hours per week*Key responsibilities & duties:** Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including implant surgery, Endodontics and Orthodontics* Preparing and sterilising instruments and equipment following HTM guidance and protocols* Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment* Set-up and prepare the surgery for the type of patient and treatment planned* Clean and sterilise all equipment and working surfaces to the required standards at the end of each session* Ensure safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste* Escort patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirming the medical history and bringing any changes to the attention of the dentist.
* Provide clinical assistance under the supervision of the dentist.
* Continually evaluate the needs of patients and dentist and deal with them promptly and efficiently* Assist the dentist in the completion of patient records* Monitor and maintain stocks as necessary and liaise with the stock nurse regarding any shortages of materials* Ensure that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session* Follow all practice policies and procedures and patient confidentiality* Establish and maintain productive working relationships with the dental team* Take reasonable care for own and others' health and safety* Comply with all GDC and CQC requirements*Academic qualifications:** Qualification in Dental Nursing - NEBDN or NVQ 3* Dental Nurse Registration with the General Dental Council* Post qualification experience* IT literate, knowledge of the SOE would be an advantage* Ability to provide a portfolio of documented evidence of CPD attained*Work experience and skills:** Empathetic* Excellent communication skills* Computer literate* Confident in their role* Reliable* Excellent customer service skills with a good telephone manner* Willing to learn and expand their skills* CQC knowledge* Sound knowledge of HTM 01 05*Benefits:** A fantastic highly skilled team to work alongside* A competitive starting salary and the opportunity to increase this through training and development* CPD training, GDC registration, DBS and Professional Indemnity* Progression and development* Contributory pension scheme* Modern surgeries* Perkbox* Extra day off for your birthdayIND002Job Type: Part-timeExperience:* Dental nursing: 1 year (preferred)Licence/Certification:* GDC registration (preferred)Work Location: In person