Job Description
Job Description
Busy independent surgery NHS practice near central Doncaster, is seeking a Dental Nurse/Receptionist. Recentley been extensively refurbished to a high standard.
The job role would include:
- 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
- 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
The practice is fully computerized using R4, digital xrays, rotary endo and a separate decontamination room. There is car parking onsite and easy public transport links being closely located to the city centre.
Candidates will be required between Monday-Friday. Salary will be dependent on experience and will be discussed further at interview stage.
Candidates must be qualified and GDC registered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Valid GDC registration (required)
Work Location: In person