Dental Nurse - Oral Health Directorate

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

An opportunity has arisen for a period of 12 months as a Rotational Dental Nurse in Glasgow Dental Hospital. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join the Dental Nursing team within the Secondary Care (Acute) Oral Health Service. The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and empathy. They will be responsible for providing efficient support on outpatient clinics within the Oral Health Directorate.

Applicants should hold a valid registration as a Dental Nurse with the General Dental Council and provide evidence of continued professional development.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

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Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Location based in Glasgow Dental Hospital
• Fixed-term Contract for 12 months
• Full-time position (36 hours per week)
• Working 36.00 hours per week, Monday to Friday 0845 – 1715.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the clinician during patient assessment and treatment procedures. This includes instruction and endorsing compliance with pre and post treatment advice issued under direction of a dentist.
• Ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and significant others, taking account of lifestyle, gender and cultural background, through the use of external resources where necessary e.g. translation services, social work, etc.
• Ensure clinical environment is prepared for patients and co-ordinate availability of all equipment (including any necessary personal protective equipment) patient records, lab work, instruments and undergraduate materials for clinician to execute treatment plan for patients.
• Ensure patient appointments are arranged in line with the needs of the treatment plan. This may be multidisciplinary and requires liaison with internal and external departments located in other hospitals
• Practice within the legal and ethical framework as established by GDC and national legislation to ensure patient interest and well-being are met.
• Work within the NHS Scotland, NHS GGC, Health & Safety Executive legislation, policy, guidelines and procedures.
• Empower patients to take responsibility for their oral health, well-being and future lifestyle by practising in an open transparent and inclusive manner, thereby ensuring patients have the relevant information to participate in decisions about their care.
• Organise own time out with clinical session commitments under the general direction of the Team Leader.
• In conjunction with the Team Leader ensure that the nursing resource is utilised efficiently and effectively.
• Participate in the appraisal and setting of personal development plans, in line with policy.
• Ordering and maintenance of supplies/pharmacy goods and equipment.
• Please refer to the job description for further details.
  
  

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Knowledge of Secondary Care specialist procedures as appropriate to each sub-specialty.
• Qualified dental nurse with current professional registration with the General Dental Council.
• Ability to fulfil criteria outlined in the job description.
  
  

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
  
  

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Kirsty Robertson, Interim Dental Nurse Manager, On 0141 211 9763 or email Kirsty.Robertson8@nhs.scot

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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