Job Title: Dental Assistant Trainee
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne NE2
Salary: Starting from £12 Hourly Rate (Competitive pay based on experience)
Job type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Saturday Operating Hours 9am-7pm Alternate Saturdays: 9am-1pm
About the Practice:
We encourage and promote preventative dentistry for both adults and children. We offer both NHS and Private treatment.
Part of a busy three surgery practice which is well served by the Metro system and is 10 minutes walk to the City Centre.
We offer a range Private Cosmetic Dental Treatments such as Implants, Invisalign (invisible braces), Crowns, Veneers, White Fillings and Tooth whitening. We offer a private hygienist service as well as standard hygiene treatment our hygienist also offers ProphyJet stain removal.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare treatment rooms and assist during procedures
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and post-operative care
- Maintain accurate patient records and manage appointments
- Handle basic laboratory tasks and manage inventory
Candidate Requirements:
- Enthusiasm and a genuine interest in dental healthcare.
- Good communication skills in English.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team.
- Empathy and the ability to provide compassionate care to patients.
- Basic IT skills.
- Willingness to adhere to strict hygiene and infection control protocols.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and privacy.
- Willingness to undergo relevant training and continuing education in dental nursing.
- Ability to handle dental instruments and equipment with care.
- Punctuality and a professional appearance.
- Eligibility to work in the United Kingdom, including any necessary work permits or visas if applicable.
- Full training provided, no previous experience is required
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Training and Development
- Uniforms and Protective Gear
- Health and Safety
- Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Basic Healthcare
- Professional Development
- Performance Reviews
Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.
Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Trainee Dental Assistant, Dentist Assistant, will also be considered for this role.
