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Decontamination Dental Nurse, Newry, BT34
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Join the O'Farrell Staunton Dental Family in Newry, BT34 1EY!
Are you dedicated to brightening smiles and delivering outstanding patient care? O'Farrell Dental Care is looking for a passionate and friendly Qualified Dental Nurse to join our close-knit team on a Full-time basis (32 hours). If you're ready to make a difference in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!
Position:
- Full-time, 32 hours, exact hours to be discussed and tailored to suit both our needs
- Role: Qualified Dental Nurse (with potential Decontamination Dental Nurse responsibilities)
- Pay: Discussed during interview, based on qualifications and experience
Why Choose O'Farrell Staunton Dental Centre?
We offer a comprehensive range of dental services: from routine check-ups and teeth whitening to advanced treatments like dental implants. Our team is committed to creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere where every patient feels like family.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Assist Our Experts: Support our skilled dental professionals during procedures, ensuring every patient feels comfortable and secure.
- Maintain Excellence: Keep our environment clean and sterile, paying close attention to detail.
- Provide Chair-Side Support: Anticipate the needs of our dentists and hygienists to ensure smooth procedures.
- Educate Patients: Offer friendly, approachable guidance on oral hygiene and post-treatment care.
- Communicate with Care: Make every patient feel at ease with your effective communication skills.
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Additional Responsibilities (Decontamination Dental Nurse):
We’re also looking for a candidate trained in decontamination procedures who can take on or support the Decontamination Dental Nurse role. You will be responsible for:
- Sterilisation and disinfection of all dental instruments and equipment according to HTM 01-05 standards
- Maintaining and testing decontamination equipment (autoclaves, ultrasonic baths, washer disinfectors)
- Accurate record-keeping of daily, weekly, and monthly decontamination audits
- Ensuring compliance with infection prevention protocols
- Supporting training and awareness of cross-infection control within the practice
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What We’re Looking For:
- A Qualified Dental Nurse with GDC registration
- Training and understanding of HTM 01-05 and cross-infection control protocols
- A compassionate individual dedicated to excellent patient care
- Basic computer literacy
- Organised, detail-oriented, and a team player
- Flexible, with a willingness to take on additional responsibilities where needed
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary: Based on qualifications and experience, with room for growth
- GDC Registration & DBS/NIAccess Check Covered, saving you over £200 annually
- Career Growth: Support to take on roles like Stock Controller or Decontamination Lead
- Work With Specialists: Collaborate with experts in orthodontics, oral surgery, and implants
- Modern Facilities: State-of-the-art, computerised surgeries
- Uniforms Provided
- Annual Appraisals: Support for continued development and promotion
Ready to Make a Difference?
Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and start your journey with O'Farrell Staunton Dental Centre, BT34 1EY
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