PURPOSE OF THE JOB
Provide clinical support to dentists, hygienists and patients, assist with reception or any clerical duties as required and perform such other tasks as reasonably requested by the principal.
Responsible to
The principal, practice manager and the dentist, hygienist or therapist with whom you are working.
EMPLOYMENT DUTIES
- Perform high quality dental nursing whilst assisting each dentist, hygienist or therapist in all procedures in a safe and effective manner in accordance with the ‘Code of Ethics’ of the British Association of Dental Nurses, the GDC’s ‘Scope of Practice’
- Follow practice policies and procedures as set out in the Staff Handbook
- Establish, promote and maintain productive working relationships with all members of the dental team
- Assist with reception duties and perform other clerical duties when required
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work
KEY TASKS
- Follow the practice procedures for infection prevention and control
- Set-up and prepare the treatment room appropriately for each patient
- Prepare the necessary materials and instruments, making sure that equipment and instruments are in good working order and maintained regularly in accordance with practice policy
- Segregate waste in accordance with the practice procedures and ensure its safe disposal
- Assist in taking radiographs (according to your level of training)
- Process digital dental radiographs
- Maintain and decontaminate equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and your training
- Liaise with reception over appointments for each patient
- Escort patients from the waiting room to the surgery, confirm that there is an up-to-date patient’s medical history and communicate this to the dentist or hygienist/therapist.
- Provide chairside support to the dentist or hygienist/therapist during treatment
- Prepare dental materials as required
- Monitor, support and reassure patients
- Assist in the keeping of full and accurate patient records and ensure that they are regularly updated and stored securely
- Support the patient and colleagues if there is an emergency
- Provide appropriate advice to patients
- Monitor and maintain stock within the practice as necessary, informing the practice manager and liaising with the dentists and hygienists/therapists over orders or any shortages of materials
- Perform chaperoning duties for dentists and hygienists/therapist when treating patients
- Follow all dental ethical guidelines including all rules on confidentiality
- Maintain and promote patient confidentiality in relation to patient medical history, details of treatment, financial transactions or any conversation overheard
- Complete laboratory request forms and keep records of all items sent, received and fitted
- Check that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session
- Assist in all clerical and administrative duties as required by the principal
- Report equipment failures or breakages to the practice manager
- Attend practice annual training for medical emergencies and CPR
- Bring to the attention of the principal or practice manager any concerns about aspects of the practice, its performance or the performance of others in the practice
- Attend all practice meetings as requested
- Perform any other tasks that are reasonably requested by the principal
STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
This job description is a guide to responsibilities rather than a complete list of duties. It will be periodically reviewed and may be amended by agreement from time to time.
MKDC’s vision is to provide high quality, market leading dentistry and improve the oral health of the community through education and engagement. Everybody should be able to smile with confidence!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Transport links
Work Location: In perso
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