Job summary

We are delighted to extend an invite to a qualified , experienced Dental Nurse to join our Consultant led Oral and Maxillofacial Service providing support to Maxillofacial, Restorative Dentistry and Orthodontics. This is a permanent post covering clinics from 0800-1800 Monday to Friday working across Musgrove Park Hospital, Quantock View Dental Practice and Heavitree, Exeter.

Main duties of the job

You will work as part of a team to provide clinical and non clinical support to Trust employed Dental clinicians across Somerset.

You will work with the nursing team across clinics giving guidance and support.

To be able to link between service user and clinician.

To prepare the surgery for the service user and assist the clinicians in a range of dental procedures.

Processing dental equipment and instruments in accordance to HTM01-05 and local policies to include daily testing and documentation processes and equipment.

About us

As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone!

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GDC Registered Dental Nurse
• Dental Radiography
• 2 years post qualification in Dental Nursing

Desirable

Experience

Essential

Desirable