TCO/Full-time Qualified Dental Nurse

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. All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description. 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. *Employed or self-employed: *Employed *Salary:* £30700-£31800 Average 42.17 hours a week. Mon-Fri 8.15am-5.30pm. (To include x1 late surgery a week working from 9.45am-7.00pm and one Saturday a month 8.15am-12.00pm) *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 * Onsite parking IND002 Job Type: Full-time Pay: £30,700.00-£31,800.00 per year Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * Dental Nurse: 1 year (preferred) Licence/Certification: * GDC registration (preferred) Work Location: In person