Full-Time Qualified Dental Nurse

*Job title:* Full-time Dental Nurse
Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
*Employed or self-employed: *Employed
*Salary: *Competitive-£12.00 - £14.00
*Hours:* Full time hours approx 42.17 hours
Savernake Dental, is a stylish, friendly, and relaxing Dental Practice in the historic market town of Marlborough, Wiltshire. With state-of-the-art facilities, including a CBCT scanner, Trios scanner and microscope, we are able to offer Dental excellence to our existing, new and referred patients.
We have a large, free onsite carpark and changing rooms with shower facilities available for the team.
With 11 surgeries, 2 of which are dedicated to Hygiene, as well as offering general dentistry, we are able to offer our patients onsite a Specialist Orthodontist, a Specialist Periodontist, a DWSi in Endodontics, implants, IV and inhalation sedation, Invisalign, and a complete smile makeover.
Now who wouldn’t want to work in a practice like this! It needs to be seen, to be never forgotten.
*Specialisms we offer:*
* Endodontics
* Implants
* Periodontics
* Sedation
*Key responsibilities & duties:*
* Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including implant surgery
* 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
* Maintain the radiograph processing unit
* Provide clinical assistance under the supervision of the Dentist/Specialist
* Continually evaluate the needs of patients and specialist and deal with them promptly and efficiently
* Assist the Dentist/Specialist 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 HTM-01-05, GDC and CQC requirements.
* Undertake CPD in line with GDC guidelines
*Work experience and skills:*
* The ability to keep calm and work methodically.
* A caring and sympathetic nature
* Exceptional listening skills and a calm, empathetic approach to patients, team members and clinicians to help build rapport.
* A smart appearance and professional attitude
* An ability to work under pressure in a busy team environment
* Motivated, friendly, flexible, punctual and organised.
* 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 practice management system would be an advantage.
*Company benefits:*
* Competitive salary
* Company pension scheme
* GDC and indemnity paid
* Core CPD organised by the practice
* Perk-box membership- employee discount scheme
* Extra day off for Birthday
* Support of a well-established friendly team
* Annual cost of living wage increase
* Employee of the month rewards
* Social events including summer and Christmas parties
* Free onsite parking
_We are looking forward to hearing from you!_
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £12.00-£14.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Company events
* Free parking
Experience:
* Dental Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Valid GDC registration (preferred)
Work Location: In person