Dental Nurse jobs in County Dublin

Location: Dentaltech Swords, Co. Dublin

Join a growing team where great dentistry and exceptional patient care go hand in hand!

Dentaltech is a multi-award-winning dental group and a certified Great Place to Work. We are passionate about delivering high-quality dental care and creating positive experiences for every patient who walks through our doors.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Dental Nurse to join our fantastic team at our Swords practice on a full-time basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes pride in their work and is looking to develop their clinical skills within a supportive and growing dental group.

About the Role

This is a varied and rewarding position, combining chairside dental nursing within our modern Swords clinic with supporting our clinicians in providing dental and denture services to nursing-home residents.

You will work closely with our clinicians to ensure the smooth running of daily appointments, maintain excellent clinical standards and provide a welcoming, reassuring experience for all patients.

The role will provide exposure to a variety of dental treatments, including general dentistry and specialist procedures, with opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge and experience.

You will also be involved in our nursing-home service, travelling with clinicians to provide essential dental care to elderly and vulnerable patients in their residential settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and setting up the dental surgery ahead of patient appointments.
• Providing efficient chairside assistance during a variety of dental procedures.
• Assisting clinicians with general dentistry and specialist treatments, including oral surgery where required.
• Maintaining the highest standards of infection prevention and control.
• Cleaning, disinfecting and sterilising instruments in accordance with clinical protocols, including the use of autoclave equipment.
• Ensuring all clinical equipment, instruments and materials are prepared and available.
• Coordinating laboratory work and ensuring cases are ready for scheduled appointments.
• Taking and processing dental radiographs where appropriately trained and authorised.
• Maintaining accurate and comprehensive clinical notes using our dental software.
• Managing surgery stock levels and ensuring clinical areas are well organised.
• Assisting with reception duties when required, including patient check-out, rebooking appointments and processing payments.
• Travelling with clinicians to nursing homes and providing support during mobile dental clinics.
• Building positive relationships with patients, families and nursing-home staff.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who is not only clinically capable but who genuinely enjoys being part of a team and takes pride in delivering excellent patient care.

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working as a Dental Nurse.
• Active registration with the Irish Dental Council (IDC).
• A full, clean driving licence (essential).
• Excellent chairside assisting skills and a strong understanding of clinical procedures.
• A thorough understanding of infection control, decontamination and sterilisation protocols.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, caring and professional approach, particularly when working with elderly and vulnerable patients.
• A flexible, proactive attitude and willingness to assist across all areas of the practice.
• Good computer and typing skills, with experience using dental software an advantage.
• The ability to work independently when required while contributing positively to a wider team.

Additional experience in specialist dental assisting would be a distinct advantage, particularly in areas such as:

• Oral surgery and surgical extractions.
• Implant dentistry.
• Endodontics (root canal treatments).
• Periodontal treatments.
• Crowns, bridges and prosthodontics.
• Taking dental radiographs, including intraoral X-rays and OPGs.

Most importantly, we are looking for a genuine all-rounder: someone who is adaptable, takes initiative, is happy to get involved and is committed to maintaining high standards across every aspect of the role.

What We Offer

At Dentaltech, we believe in investing in our people and creating an environment where our team can thrive.

We offer:

• Attractive salary and employment terms.
• Full-time position.
• Company car provided.
• Financially supported training and professional development.
• Opportunities to expand your clinical skills and gain experience in specialist dentistry.
• Ongoing clinical support and guidance.
• Modern surgeries and state-of-the-art digital dental equipment.
• Uniform provided.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• An amazing team culture, recognised through our Great Place to Work certification and team-led awards.

Interested in Joining Us?

If you are an experienced Dental Nurse looking for a varied role where you can make a genuine difference to patients, develop your skills and become part of a fantastic team, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your dental nursing career with Dentaltech.

Dentaltech Group is an equal opportunity employer