Job summary
We are looking for qualified andGDC registered dental nurses to join our Community Dental Service team. Thereare full/part time vacancies in all 3 sites at Rotherham, Doncaster andBarnsley. This is an ideal career opportunity for anyone who is looking todevelop his or her existing skills.
Main duties of the job
Joining our highly motivated team, you will beenthusiastic, adaptable, and able to take responsibility for performing all theduties of a dental nurse within a clinic or domiciliary setting. As aspecialist service, we provide care mainly for children, adults with specialcare needs and older people in residential.
About us
The RotherhamNHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving ourlocal population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act theright way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities ofRotherham.
As a Trust weare on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart ofeverything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are thesecond most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as aplace to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagementoverall.
But dont justtake our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations forour Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people andrecognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives ofpatients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making.
All of our5,100 colleagues are key to our improvement journey, and we are continuing to improveour services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join uson our journey to excellence.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description andPerson Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities
Person Specification
knowledge
Essential
1. Knowledge and experience of a full range of routine dental nursing procedures and dental administration
2. Knowledge and experience of using dental software systems and basic general IT skills
3. Be up to date with all core GDC topics required for registration
Registration
Essential
4. Current registration with General Dental Council
Qualifications
Essential
5. The National Certificate in Dental Nursing OR NVQ Level 3 Oral Health Care, Dental Nursing OR equivalent
Desirable
6. Qualification in at least one of the following, Sedation or Oral Health or Dental Radiography
Experience
Essential
7. Demonstrable experience of working with children
8. Evidence of and commitment to continuing professional development
Desirable
9. Experience of working with special care patients