Dental Nurse Job Description Template (Example)

Job Title: Dental Nurse

Location: [Insert location]

Salary: Competitive salary dependent on experience

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dental Nurse to join our friendly team. As a Dental Nurse, you will play a vital role in supporting our dentists in delivering high-quality dental care to our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting the dentist during a variety of dental procedures.
• Providing chair-side support to patients during treatment, ensuring their comfort and wellbeing.
• Preparing and maintaining the dental surgery and equipment, ensuring high standards of infection control are maintained at all times.
• Processing dental radiographs and maintaining accurate records of patient care.
• Offering appropriate advice and guidance to patients on oral healthcare.
• Ensuring that all equipment is maintained and cleaned in accordance with practice protocols.
• Contributing to the maintenance of a safe and healthy working environment.

Requirements:

• An accredited dental nursing qualification.
• Registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) as a Dental Nurse.
• Previous experience working as a Dental Nurse within a dental practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and keeping up-to-date with the latest developments in dental nursing.

If you are a dedicated and experienced Dental Nurse looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role.