Taking responsibility for the decontamination of instruments. Maintaining dental operating equipment. Ensuring that all relevant materials and supplies are in place. Looking after patient records – including making notes when the dentist is examining a patient. Working closely with the dentist, responding quickly to requests and generally keeping the surgery ready for use. Ensuring high standards of cleanliness and control of the practice. Liaising with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records. Attending and participating in practice meetings. Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice. Undergoing training as may be required to develop skills and abilities. Attending refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR. Acting in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct. Reception duties including answering the phone in a professional manner and booking appointments using practice computers. Money processing and issuing receipts. In-house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 3 Dental Nursing Apprenticeship programme and study towards a full Standard qualification. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College – South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-4) in Maths and English, or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject. Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon; further details will be made available at a later date. Regulatory Body:
General Dental Council Working Hours:
Monday: 8.50am – 5.50pm. Tuesday – Thursday: 7.50am – 4.50pm. Friday: 8.50am – 4.50pm.
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