Dental Nurse Manager
Marylebone, Greater London, South East, England
£30000 - £40000 per annum
Expiry date:25 Feb 2025
Start date:27 Nov 2024
GDC registered Dental Nurse Manager in Harley Street London Full Time up to £40p/h
Job Overview
The Clinical Manager will be responsible for overseeing the clinical and operational aspects of the practice, ensuring a high standard of patient care, team efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role bridges clinical and administrative functions, requiring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of dental practice operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Team Management
Essential:
If you are a head nurse with a sedation qualification looking for the next stap in your career apply now!
Dental Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private Dental services. We supply work to Dental Nurses, Dental Receptionists, Practice Managers, Dental Hygienists and Dentists. We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Dental Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Overview
The Clinical Manager will be responsible for overseeing the clinical and operational aspects of the practice, ensuring a high standard of patient care, team efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role bridges clinical and administrative functions, requiring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of dental practice operations.
Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership and Team Management
- Lead, motivate, and manage the clinical team, including dentists, dental nurses, hygienists, and reception staff.
- Develop and deliver training programs to ensure team members are up-to-date with clinical protocols and best practices.
- Schedule and coordinate staff rotas to ensure the practice operates smoothly and efficiently.
- Conduct regular team meetings to discuss updates, goals, and address concerns.
- Ensure all clinical areas are well-maintained, fully equipped, and meet infection control standards.
- Oversee the preparation and sterilization of instruments and materials for clinical procedures.
- Monitor stock levels of dental materials and order supplies in a cost-effective and timely manner.
- Assist with complex clinical cases when required, particularly IV or inhalation sedation cases.
- Ensure the practice complies with CQC (Care Quality Commission) and GDC (General Dental Council) regulations and guidelines.
- Conduct audits and risk assessments to maintain high standards of patient safety and infection control.
- Keep up-to-date with changes in dental legislation and implement necessary updates.
- Oversee the patient journey, ensuring a seamless and positive experience from initial consultation to treatment completion.
- Handle patient feedback and complaints in a professional and timely manner.
- Support the implementation of new services and technologies to enhance patient care.
- Collaborate with the Business Manager on financial planning, budgeting, and business development strategies.
- Ensure accurate and up-to-date patient records are maintained in compliance with GDPR regulations.
- Assist in the recruitment and onboarding of new team members.
Essential:
- NVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing or equivalent qualification.
- Proven experience in a managerial role.
- In-depth knowledge of CQC and GDC guidelines and standards.
- Strong leadership and organisational skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in SOE dental software.
- Sedation qualified.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- The chance to work with a progressive team committed to excellence in patient care.
If you are a head nurse with a sedation qualification looking for the next stap in your career apply now!
Dental Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private Dental services. We supply work to Dental Nurses, Dental Receptionists, Practice Managers, Dental Hygienists and Dentists. We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Dental Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
