Job overview
Are you a Dental Nurse looking for an interesting role in orthodontics?
We have a great opportunity for a dental nurse to join our busy and friendly team.
This position is full time, Monday to Friday. You will be based at Royal Bournemouth Hospital (Bournemouth) and also be required to work at Dorset County Hospital (Dorchester).
Main duties of the job
You will:
* Provide comprehensive support to the Clinical staff in all aspect of orthodontic treatment and dental surgery management
* Prepare clinical areas including instrument care and management, cross infection control, managing equipment and materials as required.
* Support the team in providing high quality patient focussed care
You have:
* Full GDC registration
* Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
* Experience of dental nursing preferably in a hospital setting
Working for our organisation
We can offer you:
* An opportunity to learn more about orthodontic nursing
* A chance to work with a large multidisciplinary team including therapists, hygienists, technicians, oral health educators and orthodontic nurses.
* An opportunity to work across multiple hospitals, to gain experience working with numerous clinicians.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented in our organisation.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
* Assisting Orthodontic Department Clinical staff in all relevant aspects of Orthodontic treatment for patients to include 4 handed assistance in all clinical procedures.
* Responsible for decontamination of instruments burs/bands prior to packing and sending to CSU
* Aid in taking of patient records including photography, height recording and other duties as required.
* Provide guidance and instruction to patients concerning Orthodontic treatment and maintenance of Orthodontic appliances.
* Taking phone calls when appropriate from patients where advice and / reassurance is sought.
* Travelling between both Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Dorset County Hospital when required.
Person specification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential criteria
* Previous experience working either in Practice / Community / Hospital
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
* Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
* Full Registration with GDC
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
* Ability to work in a team
* Good organisational ability
* Good communication skills
* Good understanding of cross infection control within the surgery
* Knowledge of confidentiality in the work place
Our Mission
Outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them.
Our Vision
Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our communities.
Our Values
Integrity, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT INFORMATION CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION
Please read the job description and person specification carefully to ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required.
The closing date/interview date is subject to amendment; this vacancy may therefore expire at short notice, so we recommend that you submit an application at your earliest convenience. We reserve the right to close any vacancies without notice.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email; therefore it is important that you check your personal email account regularly.
Unfortunately we are unable to respond to every application; if we do not contact you within 4 weeks of the closing date, please be advised that you not have been shortlisted on this occasion.
You can contact us on 01305 254655 to find out whether you have been shortlisted or if you would like feedback.