Dental Receptionist or Qualified Dental/Trainee Dental Nurse - Fixed Term
Location: Alpha House Dental Practice, Birchington, Kent
Job Type: (Fixed-Term)
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week (Monday to Saturday on a rota basis) - Negotiable
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and qualifications
About Us
Alpha House Dental Practice is a modern, fully private referral and family dental practice committed to providing exceptional patient care. We offer a wide range of treatments including general dentistry, hygiene, implants, orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics and prosthodontics.
We are looking for either an experienced Dental Receptionist or a Qualified/Trainee Dental Nurse to join our team on a fixed-term contract to cover a period of llong-term sickness absence. a reliable, enthusiastic and caring Dental Nurse to join our friendly team to provide cover during a period of long-term sickness absence.
We recognise that candidates bring different skills and experience. Whether your strengths are in reception, chairside nursing or a combination of both, we would be delighted to hear from you.
The Role
This is a varied role supporting our dentists, hygienists and specialists while helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.
Depending on your experience, your responsibilities may include:
Depending on your experience and role, responsibilities may include:
- Providing a warm, professional welcome and outstanding customer service to patients.
- Managing appointments, patient records and enquiries using SOE Exact.
- Taking payments and supporting reception and administrative duties.
- Assisting with the smooth day-to-day running of the practice.
- Providing chairside support during dental procedures (Dental Nurse applicants).
- Preparing treatment rooms, instruments and materials for clinical sessions (Dental Nurse applicants).
- Cleaning, sterilising and maintaining instruments in accordance with HTM 01-05 (Dental Nurse applicants).
- Maintaining high standards of cross-infection prevention and control (Dental Nurse applicants).
- Supporting digital dentistry workflows, including radiography, intraoral scanning and photography, where appropriate.
- Assisting with stock control and providing flexible support across the reception and clinical teams as required.
About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Has previous experience working as a Dental Receptionist or as a Qualified or Trainee Dental Nurse within a UK dental practice.
- Is friendly, professional and committed to delivering outstanding patient care and customer service.
- Has excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Enjoys working as part of a supportive team while also using their own initiative.
- Is reliable, adaptable and willing to support colleagues across the practice.
- Has excellent attention to detail and a positive, proactive approach.
- Remains calm and professional in a busy practice environment.
- Has experience using SOE Exact or similar software.
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience working in a dental practice as either a Dental Receptionist or a Qualified/Trainee Dental Nurse.
- For Dental Nurse applicants: GDC registration or active enrolment on an approved dental nursing course (for trainee applicants).
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Supportive and friendly working environment.
- Opportunity to work alongside highly experienced clinicians and specialists.
- Uniform provided.
- Free on-site parking.
- Staff discount on dental treatment.
- Ongoing support and training throughout the placement.
Contract
This is a temporary fixed-term position to provide cover for long-term sickness absence. While we cannot guarantee permanent employment, there may be future opportunities within the practice should a suitable vacancy arise.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated Dental Nurse or Trainee Dental Nurse looking to join a professional and welcoming team, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a short covering statement explaining why you would be a good fit for Alpha House Dental Practice.
Please Note
Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the essential criteria outlined above. Due to the high volume of applications received, we regret that we are unable to respond individually to unsuccessful applicants.
Pay: From £14.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
