Dental Nurse

Dental Nurse Location: South Lanarkshire area Salary: £13.00–£15.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Full-time Nurse Seekers are currently recruiting on behalf of an independent dental practice for a Dental Nurse with Reception Duties to join their friendly and supportive team. This is a varied position combining chairside dental nursing, surgery preparation and reception duties, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys patient contact and wants to develop their career within dentistry. Previous dental nursing experience and GDC registration are essential.. Key Benefits £13.00–£15.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications Full-time, 37.5 hours per week No GDC registration required initially Full training and ongoing support GDC fees covered following registration Pension scheme Free on-site parking Uniform provided CPD support Training and development opportunities Support towards further qualifications where appropriate 28 days' annual leave including bank holidays The Role Clinical & Chairside Duties Providing chairside assistance during dental appointments Preparing surgeries for procedures Maintaining high standards of cross-infection control Cleaning and sterilising instruments Monitoring and replenishing clinical stock Ensuring surgeries are fully prepared for patients Reception Duties Booking and managing patient appointments Supporting the smooth running of the practice diary Responding to patient queries in a friendly and professional manner Maintaining accurate patient records Supporting the general administration of the practice Patient Care Providing a welcoming, calm and professional experience for patients Communicating effectively with patients and colleagues Supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice Working Hours 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The exact working pattern will be discussed during the recruitment process. About You The successful candidate will ideally be: Friendly, reliable and patient-focused A confident communicator Organised and able to manage multiple tasks Comfortable using computers Willing to learn and follow practice procedures Professional and approachable Keen to develop their skills within dentistry Experience using SOE, Exact or similar dental software would be advantageous but is not essential. If you're looking for a varied dental role with the opportunity to develop your skills across both nursing and reception, this could be an excellent opportunity. Apply Now Nurse Seekers are managing the recruitment process for this position. If you're interested in finding out more or would like to apply, please get in touch with the Nurse Seekers team