recruitment

Dental Hygienist/Therapist

 

- Provide advice and treatments in accordance with the 1986 Dental Auxiliaries Regulations (as amended) and the GDC guidance

- Carry out treatment according to the dentist’s written prescription

- Treat patients according to the practice appointment scheduling system

- Keep the clinical areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate according to the practice’s health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers' instructions

- Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order

- Accurately complete patient clinical records as directed

- Ensure the welfare of all patients

- Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, including PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal etc

- Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery

- Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records

- Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice (perhaps including the duties and tasks of dental nurse or receptionist in exceptional circumstances)

- Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR

- Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct