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Job overview
Full time 37.5 hours per week. Permanent post.
We are seeking applications from registered dental nurses to join our Oral surgery and Orthodontic team. This is an ideal career opportunity for anyone who is looking for an opportunity to develop their existing skills and provide a first class service.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a caring approach to patients, be well organised, provide excellent patient care and be able to use their own initiative, be flexible and work well within a multi - disciplinary team.
Main duties of the job
- Providing patient care in a clinical setting
- Taking patient radiographs
- Supporting students
- Provision of patient education and health promotion
- Conform to policies, procedures and guidelines
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
- Providing care within the clinical setting
- Taking patient Radiographs
- Supporting students and junior staff
- Provision of patient education and health promotion
- Comply with policies, procedure and guidelines
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to prioritise / cope with pressure
Desirable
- Change Management skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current DOH guidelines for speciality
- Computer skills
Desirable
- Mentorship and teaching skills
Experience
Essential
- Experience in Orthodontic / Oral Surgery
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Mentorship experience
Education, Qualifications & Professional Registration
Essential
- National certificate in Dental Nursing
- Full registration with GDC
- Post qualification certificate in Dental Radiography
- Post qualification certificate in Conscious Sedation
Desirable
- Post qualification certificate in Oral Health
- CBCT qualification
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This advert is for Dental Nurse with Bolton NHS Foundation Trust in Bolton, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Dental nurse role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Jul 2026.
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