Dental Nurse

Job overview

Providing support and assistance for the Foundation Dentists and Trainers, and Dentists in providing high quality dental care to patients, and be  responsible for the effective, efficient preparation and maintenance of a multi-disciplinary dental clinic, maintaining a high level of cross  infection control in all clinical areas.  • Manage clinical time, including clinical appointments, prioritisation and management.  • When not assisting in the surgeries nurses are expected to provide administrative support.  • Nurses are expected to be able to carry out their duties without direct supervision.

The post holder will work within the Dental Singe point of access on the Dental Access Queue.

Main duties of the job

Planning and Design • Have individual responsibility for the preparation and organisation of the dental surgeries where clinical procedures will be  undertaken and ensure compliance to LHB Health and Safety standards and ensuring a high standard of cleanliness within the  department. • Work independently and have accountability for one’s own actions when delivering dental nursing care

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for a detailed outline of the job requirements. This is available for you bilingually, in English and Welsh.