Lead Dental Nurse
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MBR Dental are currently assisting a dental practice located in Salisbury, Wiltshire to recruit a Lead Dental Nurse to join their team on a permanent basis.
Position Details
* Available to start as soon as possible.
* Notice periods will be taken into consideration.
* Full-time opportunity – 40 hours per week.
* Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.
* Competitive hourly rate, negotiable depending on experience.
* Mixed practice environment.
Benefits
* Fully funded CPD, GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity fees.
* Ongoing progression and career development opportunities.
* Access to Practice Manager academies for those looking to progress further.
* Competitive staff benefits package.
* Uniform provided.
Role Responsibilities
The successful Lead Dental Nurse will be responsible for:
* Chairside assistance and patient care.
* Infection prevention and control procedures.
* Instrument decontamination and surgery preparation.
* Maintaining equipment and clinical standards.
* Leading, mentoring and supporting a team of Dental Nurses.
* Overseeing reception duties and staff rotas.
* Ensuring CQC compliance and managing audits.
* Stock control and ordering.
* Supporting the Practice Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.
* Providing occasional reception cover when required.
About the Practice
The practice provides a range of treatments including:
* General Dentistry
* Restorative Dentistry
* Cosmetic Dentistry
* Orthodontics
Candidate Requirements
* Minimum 2 years’ Dental Nursing experience required.
* Previous leadership or senior nursing experience preferred.
* GDC registered.
* Valid DBS certificate.
* Dentally software experience preferred.
Please note; Visa / sponsorship is not available
MBR Dental are currently assisting a dental practice located in Salisbury, Wiltshire to recruit a Lead Dental Nurse to join their team on a permanent basis.
Position Details
* Available to start as soon as possible.
* Notice periods will be taken into consideration.
* Full-time opportunity – 40 hours per week.
* Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm.
* Competitive hourly rate, negotiable depending on experience.
* Mixed practice environment.
Benefits
* Fully funded CPD, GDC registration, DBS and professional indemnity fees.
* Ongoing progression and career development opportunities.
* Access to Practice Manager academies for those looking to progress further.
* Competitive staff benefits package.
* Uniform provided.
Role Responsibilities
The successful Lead Dental Nurse will be responsible for:
* Chairside assistance and patient care.
* Infection prevention and control procedures.
* Instrument decontamination and surgery preparation.
* Maintaining equipment and clinical standards.
* Leading, mentoring and supporting a team of Dental Nurses.
* Overseeing reception duties and staff rotas.
* Ensuring CQC compliance and managing audits.
* Stock control and ordering.
* Supporting the Practice Manager with the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.
* Providing occasional reception cover when required.
About the Practice
The practice provides a range of treatments including:
* General Dentistry
* Restorative Dentistry
* Cosmetic Dentistry
* Orthodontics
Candidate Requirements
* Minimum 2 years’ Dental Nursing experience required.
* Previous leadership or senior nursing experience preferred.
* GDC registered.
* Valid DBS certificate.
* Dentally software experience preferred.
Please note; Visa / sponsorship is not available