Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)
Are you looking to work in a modern, patient-focused dental practice that prioritises quality care and professional development? At Defence Primary Healthcare, we are intent on providing excellent care in a friendly and encouraging environment.
When it comes to delivering outstanding patient care, our motivated civilian dental nurses make all the difference. We know just how valuable your skills are, so come join the wonderful team at dental centre Brize Norton and get ready to make a positive impact!
This post will be 32 hours a week and requests to work flexibly and/or part time will be considered, taking into account business needs.
* Dental Nurse Recruitment and Retention Allowance (RRA) £1500 per annum (pro-rata)
* Access to the NHS pension scheme
* On-call allowance, if applicable
* Inclusive working environment
* Discount fee to access fitness facilities
* Free parking
* General Dental Council (GDC) Annual Fees are currently reimbursed
* Paid holiday entitlement
* On-site free laundry for clinical clothing & free clinical footwear
* Defence Discount Card that offers discount in many shops and on-line shopping
Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
Main duties of the job
Here at Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC), we are an inclusive and dedicated organisation working to provide excellent care to our entitled personnel.
Job responsibilities
Duties and responsibilities for the role include but are not limited to:
* You will be maintaining the standard and cleanliness of the surgery and accommodation for which you are responsible, reporting any deficiencies and following all local policies and protocols.
* Also providing clinical and administrative support for the provision of dental care in DPHC dental centres, enhancing force generation and operational capability and minimising dental morbidity on operations.
* There are no expected Line Management responsibilities with this role; any future changes will be discussed with the successful applicant at the time.
Selection Process:
This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Experience and Technical skills.
The selection at sift stage will be based on your Curriculum Vitae, and at interview, tested against the following National Health Services (NHS) Technical Skills:
* NHS Core NHSC1 Communication
* NHS Core NHSC2 Personal & People Development
* NHS Core NHSC3 Health, Safety & Security
* NHS Core NHSC5 Quality
* NHS Core NHSC6 Equality and Diversity
The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking.
Please ensure you demonstrate that you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in the CV section of the application form.
If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Please note that evidence of your vaccination is not proof of your immunity, but your serology levels will be required. Failure to provide sufficient evidence may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* National Examining Board for Dental Nurse (NEBDN) Certificate or National Vocational Qualification in Oral Healthcare Dental Nursing Level 3.
Registrations and Memberships
* Registration with the General Dental Council (please include details on any current, spent, or impending restrictions to practice)
Experience
* A Full United Kingdom driving licence to enable working from another local military dental centre, if required.
* Evidence of indemnity cover for general dental practice.
* Evidence of currency with GDC Continued Professional Development requirements.
* Be prepared to contribute to the development of staff skills and knowledge.
* Confidence in using Information Technology.
* Prepared to cover out of hours dental duties when required.
* Please provide your membership registration number.
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.
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