Trainee Dental Nurse in Cheltenham inCheltenham PUBLISHED SUN 5 JAN 2025 Jump to job information section
Colosseum Dental Group rcFsfOc
Job description
We have an exciting opportunity to join our busy Rodney Dental Clinic based in the centre of Cheltenham as a Trainee Dental Nurse! Our 5 surgery clinic has a fantastic team with modern equipment, including digital x rays, rotary endo and a POD scanner.
You will be trained and supported by our excellent, long-standing team of experienced Nurses and Dentists and we will enrol you onto the training course if required.
Benefits
You will be trained and supported by our excellent, long-standing team of experienced Nurses and Dentists and we will enrol you onto the training course if required.
Benefits
- Your birthday off!
- UK Healthcare cash plan scheme – claim for various healthcare costs up to an annual limit
- The ability to buy holiday once a year
- Blue light discount card
- Continuous professional development – paid courses in various specialisms once qualified
- Discounted gym membership
- Annual conference
- New Pastelli uniform
- Cycle to work scheme
- Holidays increased the longer you stay with us
- Additional holiday incentives
- Plus many more!
- Annual GDC registration (once qualified)
- Indemnity
- CPD hours
- CPR
Not sure?
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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To work as a Trainee Dental Nurse in the UK, you will need to develop a range of skills and qualities that are essential for the role. Here are some key skills and attributes:
1. Communication Skills: The ability to communicate effectively with patients, dental professionals, and other team members is crucial. This includes being able to explain procedures clearly and provide reassurance to anxious patients.
2. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport with patients and working well in a team setting is important. Being empathetic and approachable can help create a positive experience for patients.
3. Organizational Skills: As a dental nurse, you will need to manage multiple tasks, such as scheduling appointments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring the dental surgery is well-organized and prepared for procedures.
4. Attention to Detail: Precision is vital in dentistry, from taking patient histories to ensuring equipment is sterilized and ready for use.
5. Basic Clinical Knowledge: Familiarity with dental procedures, anatomy, and terminology is advantageous. Training will provide this knowledge, but a foundational understanding is beneficial.
6. Technical Skills: Proficiency in using dental equipment and software systems is important. You will learn these skills during your training, but being technically inclined can help.
7. Ability to Work Under Pressure: Dental environments can be fast-paced and demanding. Being able to stay calm and efficient during busy periods is important.
8. Adaptability and Willingness to Learn: As a trainee, a positive attitude towards learning and adapting to new techniques, technologies, and regulations in dentistry is essential.
9. Hygiene and Infection Control Knowledge: Understanding and implementing infection control procedures is critical in a dental setting to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
10. Emotional Resilience: Working in healthcare can be emotionally demanding. Being able to manage stress and remain professional in challenging situations is important.
11. Numeracy Skills: Basic arithmetic skills are necessary for tasks such as calculating dosages for medications or managing inventory.
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