East End Lodge Dental Practice is recruiting for aTrainee Dental Nurse. East End Lodge is a well-established family practice in Havant that has been serving the needs of patients in Havant for over 50 years.

We have a long-standing reputation for providing the very best in essential, affordable dental services to families - from general dentistry to complex dental care. Quality and patient satisfaction are at the heart of what we do and our caring and professional team always goes that extra mile to offer an exceptional Dental experience.

Salary: To be discussed, dependant on experience

Hours: Full time, shifts covering between 7.15 and 19.00

Location: East End Lodge, 58 East Street, Havant, PO19 1QT

Key responsibilities & duties:

Develop competence across a wide range of dental chairside support procedures.

Develop knowledge of a wide range of practical treatment procedures and the relevant support necessary to ensure effective outcomes.

Develop competence in the manipulation and application of dental materials across a wide range of dental treatment procedures.

Develop a comprehensive knowledge and application of a wide range of dental instruments and other relevant equipment necessary during preparation for treatment procedures.

Learn to prepare individual treatment rooms for a wide range of dental procedures.

Develop and demonstrate competence in decontamination and sterilisation of medical and dental devices within clinical and non-clinical environments, ensuring appropriate records are completed.

Be responsible as part of the clinical team for the care of the patient from arrival to completion of treatment.

Under supervision carry out the following: reception duties, answering telephone, meeting and greeting of patients and/or carers, managing appointments, maintenance and upkeep of all patient records and correspondence.

This could be the start of your dental journey that opens up into many different career paths.

If you think you can carry out all the above, you are someone who is chatty, forward thinking and hard working get in touch.

Work experience and skills:

The ability to keep calm and work methodically.

A caring and sympathetic nature

Exceptional listening skills and a calm, empathetic approach to patients, team members and clinicians to help build rapport.

A smart appearance and professional attitude

An ability to work under pressure in a busy team environment

Motivated, friendly, flexible, punctual and organised.

Working towards a Qualification in Dental Nursing - NEBDN or NVQ 3

IT literate, knowledge of the SOE practice management system would be an advantage.

Company Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension scheme

GDC and indemnity paid

Core CPD organised by the practice

Perk-box membership- employee discount scheme

Extra day off for Birthday

Support of a well-established friendly team

Annual cost of living wage increase

Employee of the month rewards

Social events including summer and Christmas parties

On site parking- Yes/No

We are a private dental practice with a small NHS contract who passionately believe in providing high quality dental care and excellent customer service. Located in central Havant which is walking distance from the town centre, bus and train stations.

Specialisms we provide at the practice;

Implants

Facial Aesthetics

Invisalign

Clear Correct Aligners

All other aspects of general dental surgery.

If you would like to like to know more about the role, please email

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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Additional leave

Company events

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Store discount

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

dental nursing: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

GDC registration (preferred)

Work Location: In person