Job summary
An exciting
opportunity has arisen for a caring, dedicated, adaptable and self-motivated
Registered Dental Nurse who has excellent personal, communication and clinical
skills to join our team of dental nurses working in our busy community clinics
across South Tyneside, Sunderland and Gateshead.
Our Dental
Nurses work collaboratively with dentists, dental therapists, hygienists and
administration staff providing high standard of care and the best possible
experience for our diverse group of patients. The post holder would be expected
to travel to different clinic sites, hospitals, care homes and patients homes.
You will have
experience of working as part of a dental team and be responsible for carrying
out chairside and clerical duties for the day to day operation of the dental
surgery, and to assist the dental clinician with clinical treatment of children
and adults, including medically compromised patients and patients with learning
disabilities or dental phobia.
Main duties of the job
You
will be joining a team of over 50 experienced dental professional, including
dentists, nurses, therapists, hygienists, oral health promoters and administration
staff who work at clinics across Sunderland, South Tyneside and Gateshead as
well as delivering treatment on South Tyneside and Sunderland hospital sites.
You
will provide clinical support in a wide range of treatments within the dental
clinics and work in theatres to assist in general anaesthetic sessions
providing high quality of care to our patients. You may be required to assist
in screening, epidemiology and research programmes, and adhere to policies and procedures.
You
will be provided with a base clinic when appointed, which will be either
Blaydon Primary Care Centre, or Houghton Health Centre, however you will be
expected to work flexibly across different clinics across South Tyneside,
Sunderland and Gateshead. Both posts are
for 30 hours per week, working Monday to Friday.
Candidates should be forward thinking, motivated and flexible to the
needs of the service. Educational opportunities are available to develop skills
and knowledge with ongoing education and continuous professional development
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work flexibly within a dental team providing high quality care to a wide spectrum of patients across SOTW, which includes the provision of dental general anaesthesia, sedation services, domiciliary services and routine dental care.
To provide chair side assistance to clinicians within the dental service
To assist in screening, epidemiology and research programmes
To act within the dental nurse scope with any additional qualification
eg radiography- to take radiographs to the prescription of a dentist
Sedation- assisting as the second appropriate person to support the seditionist for IV sedated patients
To carry out clerical and administrative duties to ensure efficient operation of the clinic/department
To adhere to trust/departmental policies/procedures and the GDCs 9 principles from the standards for the dental team
Dental nurses will be provided with a base clinic/department when appointed but will be expected to work flexibly across different sites where dental treatment is provided
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work flexibly within a dental team providing high quality care to a wide spectrum of patients across SOTW, which includes the provision of dental general anaesthesia, sedation services, domiciliary services and routine dental care.
To provide chair side assistance to clinicians within the dental service
To assist in screening, epidemiology and research programmes
To act within the dental nurse scope with any additional qualification
eg radiography- to take radiographs to the prescription of a dentist
Sedation- assisting as the second appropriate person to support the seditionist for IV sedated patients
To carry out clerical and administrative duties to ensure efficient operation of the clinic/department
To adhere to trust/departmental policies/procedures and the GDCs 9 principles from the standards for the dental team
Dental nurses will be provided with a base clinic/department when appointed but will be expected to work flexibly across different sites where dental treatment is provided
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Person Specification
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements to fulfil the role
Qualifications
Essential
- Dental Nurse qualification that enables registration with
- the General Dental Council i.e. NVQ Level 3, Level 3
- Diploma in Dental Nursing or Dental Nursing National
- Certificate in Dental Nursing / Gained entry onto GDC
- register via grand-parenting (pre 2008)
- Registration with the General Dental Council
Desirable
- Post qualification in Special Care dentistry, Conscious sedation, Radiography (Post holder will be required to gain post qualification in order to meet service needs within 3 years)
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience working as part of a dental team, e.g. General Practice, Hospital, CDS experiencing chair side duties
- Experience of working with children, elderly, medically compromised patients and patients with learning disabilities
Desirable
- Dental Nursing Experience:
- Relative Analgesia
- Intravenous Sedation
- General Anaesthetic
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of dental procedures
- Good working knowledge of cross infection procedures
- Evidence of good communication & interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of dental computer systems
- Flexible approach to day to day working
- Reliable and punctual
Desirable
- Knowledge of Kodak R4 Computer system
- Knowledge of special needs conditions and experience of assisting with challenging behaviours, children, medically compromised and phobic adults
- ILS/PILS training
Person Specification
Physical skills
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements to fulfil the role
Qualifications
Essential
- Dental Nurse qualification that enables registration with
- the General Dental Council i.e. NVQ Level 3, Level 3
- Diploma in Dental Nursing or Dental Nursing National
- Certificate in Dental Nursing / Gained entry onto GDC
- register via grand-parenting (pre 2008)
- Registration with the General Dental Council
Desirable
- Post qualification in Special Care dentistry, Conscious sedation, Radiography (Post holder will be required to gain post qualification in order to meet service needs within 3 years)
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience working as part of a dental team, e.g. General Practice, Hospital, CDS experiencing chair side duties
- Experience of working with children, elderly, medically compromised patients and patients with learning disabilities
Desirable
- Dental Nursing Experience:
- Relative Analgesia
- Intravenous Sedation
- General Anaesthetic
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of dental procedures
- Good working knowledge of cross infection procedures
- Evidence of good communication & interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of dental computer systems
- Flexible approach to day to day working
- Reliable and punctual
Desirable
- Knowledge of Kodak R4 Computer system
- Knowledge of special needs conditions and experience of assisting with challenging behaviours, children, medically compromised and phobic adults
- ILS/PILS training
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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