Clinical duties

• 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

Administration and other

• Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery
• Ask the practice owner to order new stock supplies as necessary
• 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)
• Undergo training as may be required to develop your skills and abilities
• Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR
• Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct
• Work at other practice locations from time to time as required

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