Dental Nurse

Description

In this role, you will assist dentists and specialists in providing high-quality care to our patients. 

Role & Responsibilities: 

• Preparing the surgery for opening and before each patient;
• Welcoming patients and putting them at ease;
• Ensuring patients are comfortable;
• Following instructions given by the dentist and responding promptly;
• Sterilizing instruments and equipment ready for use;
• Preparing materials for fillings;
• Passing various equipment, instruments, and materials to dentists during procedures;
• Conducting X-rays and other scans to identify any dental problems;
• Removing saliva, water and debris from patients’ mouths during treatment;
• Maintaining dental equipment;
• Keeping the dental surgery exceptionally clean and tidy;
• Supporting other members of the dental team where required, e.g. hygienists and technicians;
• Checking and ordering dental supplies and materials;
• Ensuring infection control procedures are followed;
• Making notes while the dentist is examining patients;
• Keeping patient records;
• Working in reception, answering phones and booking patients in.