Pediatric Dental Nurse: Child-Centred Care & GA Support

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a qualified dental nurse to join the Paediatric Dental Department. The role involves assisting in new patient consultations, general anaesthetic dental treatment, orthodontics and clinics.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team; GDC registration as a DCP is essential. Experience with children and special needs is desirable. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.

Qualifications

• GDC registration as a DCP is essential.
• Experience with children with special needs is desirable.
• Experience in paediatric dentistry and hospital settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinicians with dental treatments including GA and orthodontics.
• Maintain a clean, safe clinical environment and stock levels.
• Train and supervise junior/agency dental nurses.
• Record patient details, referrals and maintain infection control policies.
• Support research or audits within the department.

Skills

Infection control

Communication skills

Childcare experience

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

GA/sedation experience

Education

GDC registration as a DCP

Dental Nurse qualification

Job description

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a qualified dental nurse to join the Paediatric Dental Department. The role involves assisting in new patient consultations, general anaesthetic dental treatment, orthodontics and clinics.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team; GDC registration as a DCP is essential. Experience with children and special needs is desirable. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.