TCO/Dental Nurse

Job title: Full\-time TCO/Reception/Dental Nurse

Employed or self\-employed: Employed

Salary: Dependant on experience

Hours: Full time hours working Monday to Friday

We are keen to recruit an experienced and motivated TCO to join and lead our friendly front\-of\-house team at Norfolk House Dental Care.

We are a private practice, fully computerised, delivering a very high standard of care. We offer General Dentistry alongside Implants, Endodontics, Short\-Term Orthodontics and Sedation, supported by a long\-standing and professional clinical and management team.

We have a large, free onsite carpark and changing rooms with shower facilities available for the team.

Norfolk House Dental Care is a highly reputable, modern dental practice.

Norfolk House Dental Care is a privately owned practice with a long\-standing reputation for excellence, offering a welcoming and professional environment for both patients and staff.

Specialisms we offer:

• Endodontics


• Implants


• Sedation

• TCO opportunities available, to include the patient journey, social media and treatment co\-ordination.


• Supporting and working long side the reception team


• Assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures including implant surgery


• Preparing and sterilising instruments and equipment following HTM guidance and protocols


• Helping patients feel comfortable before, during and after dental treatment


• Set\-up and prepare the surgery for the type of patient and treatment planned


• Clean and sterilise all equipment and working surfaces to the required standards at the end of each session


• Ensure safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste


• Maintain the radiograph processing unit


• Provide clinical assistance under the supervision of the Dentist/Specialist


• Continually evaluate the needs of patients and specialist and deal with them promptly and efficiently


• Assist the Dentist/Specialist in the completion of patient records


• Monitor and maintain stocks as necessary and liaise with the stock nurse regarding any shortages of materials


• Ensure that all necessary laboratory work is returned and ready for each session


• Follow all practice policies and procedures and patient confidentiality


• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with the dental team


• Take reasonable care for own and others’ health and safety


• Comply with all HTM\-01\-05, GDC and CQC requirements.


• Undertake CPD in line with GDC guidelines


• Work experience and skills:


• Previous TCO experience preferred but not essential


• 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.


• Qualification in Dental Nursing – NEBDN or NVQ 3


• Dental Nurse Registration with the General Dental Council


• Post qualification experience.


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

• 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


• Free onsite parking

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Job Types: Full\-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company events


• Free parking


• On\-site parking

• Dental Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

• Valid GDC registration (Required)

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