Chloe Gray
Templecombe, Somerset,United Kingdom
Summary
Skilled dental professional with expertise in patient care and CQC standards. Utilises R4, Dentally, and SOE systems to optimise operations and enhance patient experience. Committed to infection control and basic life support, ensuring a safe clinical environment. Experienced in implant surgery and fostering effective communication to build trust within clinical teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Practice Manager
My Dentist
Warminster, Wiltshire
01.2026 - Current
- Created a welcoming atmosphere for patients, reducing anxiety associated with dental visits.
- Collaborated with dentists on treatment planning for optimal patient care provision.
- Coordinated daily operations of dental practice to ensure smooth functioning.
- Coordinated regular staff meetings and performance reviews to meet practice objectives.
- Oversaw and developed efficient appointments system, reducing patient wait times.
Lead Dental Nurse
Colosseum Dental-Yeovil
Yeovil, Somerset
09.2024 - 01.2026
- Organised staff rotas to ensure adequate coverage for shifts
- Managed staff compliance with company policies and procedures
- Assisted trainees in navigating their course requirements and materials
- Prepared patients for treatment, ensuring their comfort.
- Monitored stock levels of dental supplies and placing orders
Locum Dental Nurse
Self Employed
Somerset/Dorset
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Supported clinical team during various patient procedures
- Performed sterilisation of instruments to ensure patient safety
- Prepared and mixed materials for dental fillings and impressions
- Delivered exceptional patient care by addressing individual needs
Orthodontic Dental Nurse
Exeter Orthodontic Practice
Exeter
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted orthodontists and therapists with patient procedures
- Prepared impression materials for dental procedures
- Cleaned and sterilised dental tools for hygienic use
- Facilitated patient comfort with empathetic chair-side manner.
- Delivered compassionate care and support to patients to alleviate anxiety and stress.
Trainee Dental Nurse
Princes Street Dental Practice-Yeovil
Yeovil
04.2019 - 10.2021
- Assisting in procedures with the Dentist and Hygienist
- Mixing materials for fillings and impressions
- Provided reception support to ensure smooth operations
Admin Assistant
Wincanton Health Centre
Wincanton
01.2014 - 02.2019
- Coordinated company social outings and lunches
- Researched, summaries and analysed data
- Kept and maintained an accurate filing system
- Received and sorted incoming mail
- Created spreadsheets for research
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Dental Nursing
Tempdent
04.2017 - 08.2019
NVQ Level 3 - Business Administration
Yeovil College
Yeovil 01.2014 - 02.2017
Skills
- Knowledge of cqc standards
- Practice management
- Use of R4, Dentally and SOE
- Infection Control
- Basic life support training
- Clinical teamwork
- Communication with patients
- Implant surgery experience
Affiliations
- Baking
- Walking my dog
- Socialising with friends
- Exploring new places
Certification
GDC registered dental nurse August 2019
CPR training January 2026
Timeline
Practice Manager
My Dentist
01.2026 - Current
Lead Dental Nurse
Colosseum Dental-Yeovil
09.2024 - 01.2026
Locum Dental Nurse
Self Employed
10.2022 - 09.2024
Orthodontic Dental Nurse
Exeter Orthodontic Practice
11.2021 - 09.2022
Trainee Dental Nurse
Princes Street Dental Practice-Yeovil
04.2019 - 10.2021
NVQ Level 3 - Dental Nursing
Tempdent
04.2017 - 08.2019
NVQ Level 3 - Business Administration
Yeovil College
01.2014 - 02.2017
Admin Assistant
Wincanton Health Centre
01.2014 - 02.2019