Orthodontic & OMFS Dental Nurse — Fixed-Term (Part-Time)

NHS Lanarkshire; Wishaw; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 35 days

NHS pension

Incremental pay progression

Sick leave

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a Qualified Dental Nurse to join the Orthodontics/OMFS team at University Hospital Wishaw. The role involves chairside dental nurse duties, complex procedures, and administrative support within a consultant-led service.

The post is fixed-term or secondment for 12 months, 21.45 hours per week, and offers Band 5 salary (£34,544 - £43,039). Applicants should have NEB qualification and a UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Nationally recognised NEB Dental Nurse Qualification.
• Experience in a dental surgery and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide full chairside and surgery support to Orthodontic and OMFS procedures.
• Assist with and chaperone clinical duties and chart treatment plans.
• Organise appointments and liaise with dentists and other healthcare professionals.
• Record activity on computerised systems and prepare equipment.

Education

NEB Dental Nurse Qualification

Job description

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a Qualified Dental Nurse to join the Orthodontics/OMFS team at University Hospital Wishaw. The role involves chairside dental nurse duties, complex procedures, and administrative support within a consultant-led service.

The post is fixed-term or secondment for 12 months, 21.45 hours per week, and offers Band 5 salary (£34,544 - £43,039). Applicants should have NEB qualification and a UK driving licence.