Dental Nurse (Domiciliary Care)

NHS; Llandrindod Wells; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Powys Teaching Health Board is seeking a motivated Dental Nurse to join the domiciliary team within the Community Dental Service in Powys. The role expands care to patients across Powys, including those with barriers to clinic access.

The post is Band 4, full-time, with base at Llandrindod Wells and flexible locations. You will work alongside a dedicated dental team, supporting safe, effective patient care, building positive relationships and contributing to improved community health.

Qualifications

• National certificate for DN's or equivalent.
• Registered with GDC.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Post basic certificate in Sedation, SC, Radiography, Oral Health, Orthodontics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and monitor patients for treatment.
• Provide pre- and post-operative instructions.
• Create and maintain a high standard of care for patients.
• Assist clinician with instrument handling during procedures.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Welsh language (desirable)

Education

National certificate for DN's or equivalent

GDC registration

Evidence of CPD

Post-basic certificate in Sedation / Radiography / Oral Health / Orthodontics

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.

Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Dental Nurse to join the domiciliary team within the Community Dental Service. This Band 4, full-time post offers the opportunity to support the delivery of dental care to a wide range of patients across Powys, including those who may face barriers in accessing traditional clinic-based services.

Working as part of a dedicated and supportive dental team, the postholder will provide support and contribute to the safe, effective delivery of care. This is a varied and rewarding role which will suit someone who enjoys working flexibly, building positive relationships, and making a real difference to patients and communities across Powys.

The successful candidate will be allocated a base clinic at Llandrindod Wells and will be expected to work flexibly across different locations where dental treatment is provided.

The postholder will develop strong working relationships with colleagues across the dental team, as well as with patients, parents, guardians, education providers, day centres, social services, other dental services, General Dental Practitioners, hospitals, medical practitioners, carers, care homes, nursing homes and dental material suppliers.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be expected to work as part of the Dental team, preparing and monitoring patients for and during their treatment, providing pre and post-operative instructions.

Responsible for creating and maintaining an environment to provide a high standard of care for patients.

This rewarding role requires working autonomously when anticipating instruments required during procedures carried out by the clinician, mixing materials, and holding instruments in position.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ . There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome

Person specification

Qualification / Knowledge

• National certificate for DN's or equivalent
• Registered with GDC
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Post basic certificate in any of the following Sedation, SC, Radiography, Oral Health, Orthodontics
• Knowledge of the role of the CDS

Experience

• Experience of being competent in Dental Administration, prioritising tasks and managing deadlines
• Keyboard skills, outlook, word, Excel
• Experience of working with the public, special care pts and the elderly
• Experience of working in an environment where tact, diplomacy and confidentiality required

Aptitude and abilities

• Ability to work and relate to children and special needs
• Ability to use initiative in emergency situations
• Ability to develop good working relationships
• Ability to prioritise and organise clinc/surgery
• Self motivated and able to motivate patients
• Team player
• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
• Self management and planning skills
• Experience of commitment to QA and Audit

Values

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with people from a variety of backgrounds
• Support and demonstarte PTHB values
• Able to work autonomously

Other

• Ability to travel in a timely manner to other locations

As a Health Board we embrace diversity and inclusion. We offer a supportive and welcoming place to work which is free from discrimination and fair in all our working practices.

We’ll value your contribution whether you’re looking for your first job, an apprenticeship, re-entering the workforce or looking for a career change. Powys Teaching Health Board warmly welcomes all.

You can complete your application in Welsh or English, it’s entirely your choice. Once you’ve applied, we will keep you updated on the progress of your application, so be sure to check your emails regularly.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.