Dental Nurse (LW)

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Dental Nurse to join their Orthodontic/Oral Maxillofacial team. This role involves supporting the Senior Dental Nurse in managing efficient departments and ensuring high standards of care. The ideal candidate will possess essential communication and teamwork skills, along with a solid understanding of infection control and dental procedures. The position requires travel to various hospital departments, providing a dynamic work environment. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and enhancing your professional journey in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

• Must possess NEBDN Dental Nursing Certificate and Orthodontic Specialist Nurse Certificate.
• Practical knowledge of Orthodontic and Oral Maxillofacial procedures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Dental Nurse in managing departments and providing quality care.
• Work within a team to offer surgical and administrative support to consultants.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamworking skills

Infection control procedures

Orthodontic procedures

Oral Maxillofacial procedures

Education

NEBDN Dental Nursing Certificate

NEBDN Orthodontic Specialist Nurse Certificate

Sedation certificate

Job description

Job Opportunity: Dental Nurse

An opportunity has arisen for a suitably experienced and skilled dental nurse to join the Orthodontic / Oral Maxillofacial team within NHS Fife.

The ability to travel is essential, as you will be expected to work in departments within Queen Margaret Hospital, Victoria Hospital, and St Andrews Community Hospital to meet the needs of the service.

You will work within a team of Orthodontic / Oral Maxillofacial dental nurses to support the Senior Dental Nurse in managing efficient departments, providing high standards of nursing practices and quality of care, and offering full surgical and administrative support to specialised consultants and clinicians.

Effective communication, interpersonal skills, and teamworking skills are essential for this role.

An up-to-date knowledge of infection control procedures is paramount. Practical knowledge of Orthodontic and Oral Maxillofacial procedures is desirable.

You should possess the NEBDN Dental Nursing Certificate and the NEBDN Orthodontic Specialist Nurse Certificate, Sedation certificate, and/or be willing to work towards achieving these, as they are requirements of the post.

For informal enquiries, please contact Amy McIntyre, SDN, OMFS Orthodontic Department, OPD Phase 1, Hayfield Rd, Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy at 01592 643355 ext 21462.

Additional Information

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a UK or Irish National, you must confirm your right to work in your application.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. Applications from all sections of society are welcome.

Starting from 1 April 2024, NHS Scotland will reduce the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours, with no change in pay. This change will be applied pro-rata for part-time staff. Please note, during a transitional period, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week, paid accordingly, until service rosters or working patterns are adjusted to the new hours. For questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.