Trainee Dental Nurse

The hours will be 9am - 6pm with an hour lunch break.

Full Time/Part Time Available

We are excited to be advertising for dental nursing positions at our practices based in Dartford and Gravesend

• Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practice’s health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions.
• Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order.
• Provide chairside assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available for the dentist
• Ensure the care and welfare of patients
• Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed
• Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies
• Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc.
• Develop and file radiographs and change radiographic solutions as directed
• Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted
• Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery
• Order new stock supplies as necessary
• Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored
• Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records
• Attend and participate in practice meetings
• Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (perhaps including the duties and tasks of receptionist as required)
• Undergo training as may be required to develop skills and abilities
• Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR
• Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £8.29-£12.18 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexitime
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person