The position is full-time, totaling 37.5 hours per week from Monday to Friday, with opportunities for part-time work as well. The Trust is committed to professional development and offers numerous employee benefits, including generous leave, occupational health services, and various staff discounts. They emphasize inclusivity and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, with a preference for candidates with priority or 'At Risk' status in the NHS.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate qualified and registered Dental Nurse to join our committed Oral Maxillo Facial and Orthodontic team in the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
We are looking for a motivated and dedicated individual to join our friendly Dental Nursing team, who has excellent interpersonal skills with a positive can-do attitude.
The successful candidate will be required to work within both areas of speciality based in Wonford and in Heavitree.
For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.
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More detail about the role
The successful candidate will be able to:
- Provide chair side and first support assistance to the Consultants in Maxillofacial / Oral / Orthodontics and their teams.
- Assist and maintain high quality efficient and effective patient care.
- Work as part of a team to maintain a clean and safe clinic environment for patients and staff.
The successful candidate will need to have been qualified with GDC registration for at least 12 months along with Radiography and Sedation qualification and experience.
For the right candidate we would be happy to consider somebody in a development role where you would be paid Band 4. This will enable you to complete the radiography and sedation qualification. On successful completion of these qualifications, you would then be uplifted to the Band 5 scale.
The post holder will be working within a range of specialised Clinics consisting of:
- Head and Neck Cancer Clinics
- Orthodontic Clinics
- Orthognathic Clinics
- Oral Surgery
- Sedation (Inhalation and Intravenous)
- Emergency Clinics
The successful candidate will have further learning opportunities available to them to enable to develop new skills. Personal development and CPD is fully encouraged.
If you are looking for a new challenge and are ready for an exciting opportunity, we look forward in hearing from you.
Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 17:30. Part time would also be considered
Interview Date: To be confirmed
For further information please contact: Jo Morgan, Clinical Nurse Manager on or Alternatively please contact Laura Knight; Deputy Lead Dental Nurse on , or Deb Blakes ; Deputy Lead Dental Nurse on ,
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
Car lease schemes.
The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
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