Dental Nurse – Weekend NHS Clinic & Reception

Nhs Dumfries & Galloway; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Job summary

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is looking for a dedicated Dental Nurse to join our Public Dental Service in Stranraer. You will provide patient-centred dental support and assist the clinical team in a busy NHS setting.

The post involves 7 weekend hours (one weekend in three), additional hours for holidays and sickness, and reception duties. You must have NEBDN qualification or SVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing, registration with the GDC, and a solid knowledge of Health & Safety in a clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Relevant clinical experience as a Dental Nurse.
• NEBDN qualification or SVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing.
• Registration with GDC as a Dental Nurse.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in a clinical environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a busy clinic.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred dental support in NHS Dumfries & Galloway Public Dental Service.
• Assist clinical team in a busy NHS setting at SEDS clinics.
• Work 7 weekend hours (one weekend in 3) plus cover for public holidays and sickness.
• Perform reception duties as part of the role.

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Reception duties

Education

NEBDN qualification

SVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing

Job description

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is looking for a dedicated Dental Nurse to join our Public Dental Service in Stranraer. You will provide patient-centred dental support and assist the clinical team in a busy NHS setting.

The post involves 7 weekend hours (one weekend in three), additional hours for holidays and sickness, and reception duties. You must have NEBDN qualification or SVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing, registration with the GDC, and a solid knowledge of Health & Safety in a clinical environment.