Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate qualified and registered Dental Nurse to join our committed Oral Maxillo Facial and Orthodontic team in the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
We are looking for a motivated and dedicated individual to join our friendly Dental Nursing team, who has excellent interpersonal skills with a positive can-do attitude.
The successful candidate will be required to work within both areas of speciality based in Wonford and in Heavitree.
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients stay healthy when they need it most.
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will be able to:
* Provide chair side and first support assistance to the Consultants in Maxillofacial / Oral / Orthodontics and their teams.
* Assist and maintain high quality efficient and effective patient care.
* Work as part of a team to maintain a clean and safe clinic environment for patients and staff.
The successful candidate will need to have been qualified with GDC registration for at least 12 months along with Radiography and Sedation qualification and experience.
For the right candidate, we would be happy to consider somebody in a development role where you would be paid Band 4. This will enable you to complete the radiography and sedation qualification. On successful completion of these qualifications, you would then be uplifted to the Band 5 scale.
The post holder will be working within a range of specialised Clinics consisting of:
* Head and Neck Cancer Clinics
* Orthodontic Clinics
* Orthognathic Clinics
* Oral Surgery
* Sedation (Inhalation and Intravenous)
* Emergency Clinics
The successful candidate will have further learning opportunities available to them to enable them to develop new skills. Personal development and CPD is fully encouraged.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30. Part time would also be considered.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Jo Morgan, Clinical Nurse Manager on 01392 402274 or joanna.morgan10@nhs.net. Alternatively, please contact Laura Knight; Deputy Lead Dental Nurse on 01392402274, laura.knight8@nhs.net or Deb Blakes; Deputy Lead Dental Nurse on 01392 402274, dblakes@nhs.net.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
Person Specification
General Requirements
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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.
Employer name
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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