Great Opportunity !!
We are seeking to appoint a skilled and friendly Dental Hygiene and Therapist
Looking for a new challenge?
We have a part time 3-4 days, permanent, self employed position.
Duties:
- Conduct thorough dental cleanings and oral examinations
- See direct access patients
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Perform periodontal charting and maintain accurate patient records
- Administer fluoride treatments and apply dental sealants
- Educate patients on oral hygiene techniques and preventive care
- Undertake impressions for whitening, restorations in composite and extraction of deciduous teeth.
Requirements:
- Qualified Dental Hygiene/ Therapist with relevant certification and a minimum of 2 years clinical experience
- GDC registration, Hep B immunity, Indemnity Insurance , 2 Clinical References
- Excellent communication skills to interact with patients effectively
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment
- Pro-active approach /desire to further your knowledge / skills by attending external courses/ CPD events.
- Ability to constructively and openly discuss any issues /differences in opinion in a professional manner to aid learning and development for both parties.
What we can offer you;
- An experienced, dedicated and happy support team , including a dental nurse, a decon nurse, a receptionist and a practice manager. An independently owned dental practice. Established over 40 years https://firwooddental.co.uk/
- Fully computerised practice, with dentally software, digital xrays. Intra -oral camera.
- Predominantly private practice with over 1200 plan patients and a small child only NHS contract
-Over 140 5 star google reviews.
- Brand new surgery / chair / equipment, installed Dec 2023
- Clinical time wise - approximately a 50% split in hygiene appointments and 50% split in treatment appointments
- After 6 months a review to discuss if you wish to proceed on a self employed basis or an employed basis.
- CPD and medical emergency training
- Uniform/ scrubs provided
- GDC registration fees paid for
- Freedom to order desired equipment / materials as requested
- Plans to get an EMS machine in late 2024
- Well-being meetings , reviews and annual appraisals
- Regular staff outings should you wish too, including meals/ spa days
- Clinical support available from the practice principal . Must also be confident to work without the principal on site for annual leave reasons only. Practice Principal is clinical full time.
- Salary as stated and dependant on experience
- Apply with your CV and covering letter FAO Amy Emsley to firwooddental@gmail.com
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £31.00-£35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 23 – 30.5 per week
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Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Dental Therapist
Expected start date: 29/07/2024