Job Description

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. The position is available on a Flexibly Employed basis.

Disclaimer:

As a Bank Worker, the nature of your engagement will be seen as on a day-to-day basis. You are entitled to choose whether to accept engagements which will be offered to you. A statement does not constitute a contract of employment, nor is the Trust under any obligation to offer you any engagement or further engagement under these terms. The job description for this Bank role relates to the equivalent substantive position. Whilst engaged by the Trust you would be expected to operate within the requirements of the job description.

You will:

Provide comprehensive support to the Clinical staff in all aspect of orthodontic treatment and dental surgery management



The preparation of clinical areas including instrument care and management, cross infection control, managing equipment and materials as required.



Work with the 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

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.



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.



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 SSD



Aid in taking of patient records including photography, digital scanning, 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 /or reassurance is sought.