Qualified Dental Nurse

We are keen to have a fully *Qualified Dental Nurse* to join our friendly, fantastic team in *Malvern, Worcestershire*!

All potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.
Our *award-winning* practice is lovingly set in Malvern with a stunning view of the hills and is a great place to work and visit. We are a fully private practice using a fully computerised dental system with SOE software and digital x-rays. We're proud to hold the title of *best patient care in the private dentistry awards 2020.*Job title:* Qualified Dental Nurse
• Salary:* Depending on experience.
• Hours: *Part-time, Monday, Friday, and one Saturday a month.
• Location:* Beacon Dental Care, Malvern, Worcestershire
• Why work for us?:* Growth and advancement opportunities (we currently offer Implants and Sedation)
• Additional training
• Work with a fantastic team
• Employee pension scheme
• GDC and Indemnity paid
• Perkbox
• Extra day off for birthday
• Free car parking
• Uniform provided
• Companies events such as summer BBQ's & Christmas parties
• Employee of the month prize
• Friendly, supportive team
• Yearly cost of living pay increases
• Key responsibilities & duties:*
_*Patient Care*_
• Greet and care for all patients within your care in a polite and courteous manner at all times
• Provide a comfortable, clean and uncluttered environment for patients
• Always be aware of patient confidentiality and data protection
• Inform reception of any reason for delays
• Ensure patients receive all necessary paperwork and that all forms are signed and dated correctly
• Be fully familiar with all emergency & evacuation procedures
• Promote a professional image of the company at all times
• The dental nurse must remain in surgery, ensuring that dentists are chaperoned at all times when treating a patient unless a clinical duty such as taking radiographs dictates
• Wear the correct clean uniform and maintain a professional appearance at all times while working with patients
• Maintain awareness of new developments and dental techniques
_*People*_
• Provide support to dentists and other team members
• Encourage effective teamwork
• Liaise closely with reception to ensure maximum efficiency within their surgery
• Work closely with the dentist in a professional and appropriate manner
• Carry out reception and administrative tasks where required
_*Clinical*_
• Assist the patient into surgery, settle them in the chair and prepare them for treatment
• Provide the patient with personal protective equipment
• Produce instruments and materials as necessary during treatment
• Provide chairside assistance during all dental procedures
• Ensure all lab work is checked and available prior to patients arrival
• Develop and file all x-rays, whilst adhering to the relevant safety procedures
• Maintain a clean environment during surgery, cleaning and sterilising instruments after each patient.
• Adhere to the Company policy on cross infection
• Dispose of all clinical waste in a manner compliant with current regulations
• Escort the patient from the surgery and when necessary to the reception area
• Maintain and clean all equipment as per the manufacturer's instructions
• Use the checklists provided outlining a schedule of daily and weekly tasks
• Switch equipment on in the morning and ensure it is switched off again at the end of each working session
• Ensure that adequate stocks of expendable drugs, materials and instruments are available
• Ensure that all equipment faults are reported promptly to the Practice Manager
• Immediately report any breach of cross infection controls or bad practice to the Practice Manager
_*Business Focus*_
• Be aware of the Company business strategy
• Provide optimum use of all surgery time
• Maintain equipment and adopt efficient use of materials
• Proactively sell consumables in the Practice
• When required, take payment from patients in line with Company policy
_*Environment*_
• Ensure waiting areas, corridors, stairs and immediate external areas are kept tidy and free of hazards in line with Health & Safety requirements
• Remove waste regularly
• Be vigilant and always report any problem or concerns to the Practice Manager immediately
• Work experience and skills:* A friendly, courteous and welcoming disposition
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Experience of working within a surgery environment
• Undertakes CPD in line with GDC guidelines
• Academic or trade qualification:* GDC Registered
• Dental Nursing NVQ level 3 or equivalent
• Up to date with CPD
• If you would like to join our team, we would love to hear from you!*IND002*
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Benefits:
• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
Schedule:
• Day shift
• Weekend availability
Experience:
• Dental Nursing: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
• Valid GDC registration (required)
Work Location: In person