Job summary
To provide dental nurse support for- Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry and Oral and Facial Surgery.
To facilitate a high standard of patient care to all users of the service.
Main duties of the job
BAND 4 VACANCY - DENTAL DEPARTMENT - MAXILLIO FACIAL DEPARTMENT - WREXHAM MAELOR HOSPITAL
An opportunity has arisen for a an enthusiastic, adaptable and self-motivated qualified Dental Nurse (Band 4) who has excellent personal, communication and clinical skills, and works well within a team environment, to work within our Maxillo Facial Department with the Surgical & Dental Directorate at the Wrexham Maelor Hospital.
All applicants must be GDC (General Dental Council Registered)
Previous Experience as a Dental Nurse is essential with a varied clinical background for this position with knowledge of practices and procedures of the job. ( Please see job description for further information)
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Informal visits and discussion are welcome; please contact Senior Sister Catherine Williams on 01978 727082
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Dental Nursing
- Proven maintenance of post-basic training
- Evidence of CPD
- Registration with GDC
Desirable
- Post-basic certificate in any of the following: Oral Health Orthodontics
Experience
Essential
- Recent or current dental surgery experience
- Assisting in the treatment of children, and anxious patients both children and adults
Desirable
- Dental Health Promotion
- Orthodontic experience
Personal Skills
Essential
- Team player. Able to use initiative in emergency situations.
- Self-motivated and able to motivate patients particularly in advice on dental care
- Safe and effective oral communication skills with patients/carer
- High level of manual dexterity and good visual acuity for manipulations during orthodontic procedures.
- Ability to prioritise and organise clinic/surgery
Desirable
- PC literate
- Training in date for CPR Manual Handling Cross-infection Control
- Experience of and commitment to Quality Assurance & Clinical Governance
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Certificate in Dental Nursing
- Proven maintenance of post-basic training
- Evidence of CPD
- Registration with GDC
Desirable
- Post-basic certificate in any of the following: Oral Health Orthodontics
Experience
Essential
- Recent or current dental surgery experience
- Assisting in the treatment of children, and anxious patients both children and adults
Desirable
- Dental Health Promotion
- Orthodontic experience
Personal Skills
Essential
- Team player. Able to use initiative in emergency situations.
- Self-motivated and able to motivate patients particularly in advice on dental care
- Safe and effective oral communication skills with patients/carer
- High level of manual dexterity and good visual acuity for manipulations during orthodontic procedures.
- Ability to prioritise and organise clinic/surgery
Desirable
- PC literate
- Training in date for CPR Manual Handling Cross-infection Control
- Experience of and commitment to Quality Assurance & Clinical Governance
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).
