Apprentice Dental Nurse - Southend-on-sea

About the role

Dental Nurse 🦷✨

Join our awesome team and be the backbone of excellent patient care! We're looking for a dedicated Dental Nurse to provide top-notch chairside support to our clinicians, ensuring our patients feel comfortable and well-looked after. 🤝

What you'll be doing:

• Making patients feel welcome: Greeting them, helping with appointments, and answering their questions with a smile! 😊
• Keeping things spotless: Preparing surgeries, sterilizing instruments, and making sure we're always CQC compliant with infection control. 🧼
• Being a clinician's right hand: Assisting dentists during treatments and keeping patient records accurate and GDPR-friendly. ✍️
• Ensuring patient comfort: Providing reassurance and making sure everyone has a positive dental experience. 🤗
• Managing supplies: Keeping an eye on stock, equipment, and making sure surgeries are always ready to go. 📦
• Maintaining a safe space: Keeping clinical areas clean, safe, and fully equipped. 💯
• Upholding privacy: Protecting patient confidentiality and dignity is key. 🔒
• Teamwork makes the dream work: Collaborating with dentists and the team to deliver outstanding care. 🚀

What we're looking for:

• A passion for patient care and a commitment to high standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A meticulous approach to hygiene and infection control.
• Someone who thrives in a team environment.
• Understanding of GDPR and patient confidentiality.

If you're ready to make a real difference and grow your career in a supportive and dynamic setting, we'd love to hear from you! Apply now! 🎉

Key responsibilities

• Provide chairside support to clinicians during treatments
• Prepare surgeries, sterilise instruments, and maintain infection control
• Welcome patients, manage enquiries, and support their comfort
• Update patient records accurately and ensure GDPR compliance
• Collaborate with the dental team to deliver high-quality care