Dental Nurse – Village – Whickham

We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Registered Dental Nurse to join our busy practice, in Whickham.

The Village Dental Practice is a family dentist offering both NHS and private dental treatments. They put the patient at the heart of everything they do.

The successful applicant will have a warm, friendly manner and will enjoy working as part of a team. The Village Dental team are well established, friendly and very supportive. They’re looking for someone who share the same values as them!

Benefits:

  • Up to £12 per hour
  • GDC Registration
  • Funded Indemnity Insurance
  • Access to further Continuous Performance Development opportunities
  • Opportunities for development and career progression within the group
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Bonus holiday days linked to length of service
  • Workplace Pension
  • Generous Recruitment bonus (if you then introduce new team members to the Riverdale group) ranging from £500 to £3500!
  • DBS checked and funded by the practice
  • Uniform provided

About us:

Riverdale Healthcare are a growing independent dental group with a passion for patient care and respect for all our team members. We have strong values which include ‘We Care About People’ and that applies to our teams and patients. What excites us is being able to create a thriving and interesting working environment where you are respected and have fun with your team! Our team of Dental Nurses can expect the highest level of support whilst being equipped to perform dentistry to the highest standards with patient care at the heart of our vision.

Requirements:

  • A GDC registered Dental Nurse
  • To be able to work independently
  • Have exceptional cross infection skills
  • Maintain patient confidentiality
  • Team player
  • Organised
  • Enthusiastic
  • Have excellent communication skills
  • Be computer literate with good IT skills and experience of dental software, ideally on System for dentists (SFD) although not essential as training can be given
  • Willingness to work on reception on occasions
  • Driving licence preferred but not essential
  • Hep B vaccinations required

Reference ID: Village, Whickham

Dentist – Whickham

The Practice is very well equipped with comprehensive rotary endo, high quality materials, on site access to specialised dental referrals for endodontics, oral surgery, facial aesthetics and adult Ortho.

The incoming associate would enjoy the benefits of being part of the broader Riverdale family with access to an extensive professional development programme with in house courses, longitudinal educational programmes, mentorship and excellent clinical support and leadership to support and develop skills of aspirational dentists

The role would suit a dentist willing to work within the NHS but with private aspirations, given the patient demographic and ethos of the practice team.

Competitive package tailored to the individual based on their skill base and experience

Whickham is an affluent part of Gateshead next to the A1 and Metro centre retail park. The local area offers a good range of restaurants, pubs and shops with local amenities such as swimming pool, parks and clubs plus cinemas at the nearby Metro centre. There is a good range of housing options and good quality schooling. Transport links are excellent with the A1 5 minutes away, Newcastle rail station 20 minutes and the airport 15 minutes away.

Benefits:

  • Full time/part time position
  • Join a fantastic team who are dedicated to providing great care in a friendly environment for our patients.
  • Access to a comprehensive educational academy offering inhouse short and longitudinal programmes with links to high profile names within dentistry.
  • Committed to professional development and relish the opportunity to support our clinicians with the help of a structured mentoring network.
  • Fantastic proven private growth potential
  • Competitive rates by negotiation
  • Support and Mentoring by Clinical Directors
  • Working within an organisation with a strong ethos of personal development
  • Opportunities for multi-site working
  • COVID secure workplace with air purification system
  • Proven track record of looking after our dentists and wider team during the pandemic

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About us:

Riverdale Healthcare are an independent dental group with a passion for patient care and respect for the Dental Nurses and Dentists. We have continued investment in our teams with room for progression for our Dental Nurses. What excites us is being able to create a thriving and interesting working environment. With an unparalleled operational and clinical management team backed by a leading healthcare provider. Our team of Dental Nurses and receptionists can expect the highest level of support whilst being equipped to perform dentistry to the highest standards with patient care at the heart of our vision.

Requirements:

  • Must be eligible to work in the UK
  • Be GDC registered
  • Have a current performer number
  • Indemnity cover
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Exceptional infection control
  • Maintain patient confidentiality
  • Team player
  • Organised
  • Enthusiastic
  • Be able to work towards a target for UDA’S
  • Provide Private treatment on request
  • Compulsory vaccinations required to include Covid/Hep B

Part-time hours

Reference ID: RD 1031- Village, Whickham

Job Types: Part-Time, Permanent

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 16 per week

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Referral programme
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • Day shift

Reference ID: RD 1031- Village, Whickham