Orthodontic Dental Nurse

Job overview

Are you a Dental Nurse looking for an interesting role in orthodontics?

We have a great opportunity for a dental nurse to join our busy and friendly team. This position is available part time, 4 days per week; Days to be discussed during interview.

Please note, this position will be based at Dorset County Hospital but there may be a requirement to work at Bournemouth Hospital.

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Provide comprehensive support to the Clinical staff in all aspect of orthodontic treatment and dental surgery management
• Prepare clinical areas including instrument care and management, cross infection control, managing equipment and materials as required.
• Support the team in providing high quality patient focussed care

You have:

• Full GDC registration
• Hold a Certificate of Dental Nursing or equivalent NVQ
• Experience of dental nursing preferably in a hospital setting

We can offer you:

• An opportunity to learn more about orthodontic nursing
• A chance to work with a large multidisciplinary team including therapists, hygienists, technicians, oral health educators and orthodontic nurses.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [email protected] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.