Job summary 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 on an As & When basis to cover for sickness and holidays. 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 About us 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. Date posted 21 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year Pro Rata Per Annum Contract Bank Working pattern Flexible working Reference number 405-25-ORTH035BANK Job locations Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY Job description Job 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. Job description Job 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. Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience working either in Practice / Community / Hospital Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ Full Registration with GDC Skills & Abilities Essential 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 Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience working either in Practice / Community / Hospital Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ Full Registration with GDC Skills & Abilities Essential 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 Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Dorset County Hospital Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)