Qualified Dental Nurse

Location: 46 Commercial Road, Leven, KY8 4LA

Contract: Fixed-term, 3 months

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Start Date: As soon as possible

Levenmouth Dental Spa is a friendly, patient-focused dental practice based in Leven, Fife. We are committed to providing high-quality dental care in a welcoming and professional environment.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Qualified Dental Nurse to join our team on a 3-month fixed-term contract
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This is an excellent opportunity for a dental nurse who enjoys working as part of a supportive team and takes pride in delivering excellent patient care.

As a Dental Nurse at Levenmouth Dental Spa, you will work closely with our dentists and wider clinical team to ensure the smooth running of our surgeries and provide a high standard of care to our patients.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing effective chairside assistance to dentists and clinicians.
• Preparing surgeries and equipment before and between patients.
• Supporting clinicians during a wide range of dental procedures.
• Providing a friendly and reassuring experience for patients.
• Maintaining high standards of infection prevention and control.
• Following practice policies and relevant clinical procedures.
• Cleaning, sterilising and maintaining dental instruments in accordance with current guidelines.
• Maintaining accurate and appropriate patient records.
• Preparing materials and equipment required for treatment.
• Ensuring surgeries are clean, tidy and appropriately stocked.
• Supporting the wider dental team with the smooth running of the practice.
• Maintaining professional standards in accordance with GDC requirements.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A qualified and GDC-registered Dental Nurse
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• Experienced in a general dental practice environment.
• Reliable, organised and professional.
• Friendly and approachable with excellent communication skills.
• Confident working independently as well as part of a team.
• Patient-focused and committed to providing an excellent patient experience.
• Calm and professional in a busy clinical environment.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cross-infection control and clinical practice.

Previous experience in a busy dental practice would be advantageous.

• A friendly and supportive working environment.
• A varied clinical role within an established dental practice.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Supportive colleagues and a welcoming team.
• The opportunity to gain further experience and develop your clinical skills.
• A 3-month fixed-term contract with an immediate opportunity to join the team.