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The post holder will ensure compliance with the Trust's risk management policies and procedures, these describe the Trust's commitment to risk management, the recognition that our aim is to protect patients, staff and visitors from harm, and stress that all have a responsibility to minimise rise.
Job summaryWe are a multidisciplinary team within the Maxillofacial Department, covering East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust sites. Providing special care and Dental Nursing support to various grades of clinical team members - including Consultants, SpR's, Associate Specialists, Orthodontic and Dental Therapists and Dental Core Trainees
We have a team of 30 Dental Nurse who work across our East Kent Hospitals sites. Many are skilled in Radiography, Oral Health Education and taking of impressions.
Main duties of the job
Role specific duties
To receive and prepare patients who need to undergo minor oral surgery/orthodontic/restorative procedures. To assist the clinician throughout such treatment, to assist in the supervision of the patient until they are fit to leave the department. To ensure dental surgery duties for the maxillofacial unit are under taken in an efficient and professional manner.
Provide Specialist chair side assistance within the department and Reception
- Providing assistance throughout treatment.
- Mixing and preparing of materials, dressings and equipment.
- Care of equipment and reporting issues
- To undertake general duties associated with the day to day running of the Maxillofacial unit.
- Ensuring that GDC guidelines on cross infection are conformed to.
- To assist the clinicians in the Delivery of Care to patients, which will include:
- Preparation of clinical area prior to start of each session.
- Receiving and preparing patients for treatment.
- Observing condition of the patient throughout treatment.
- To help maintain a clean and tidy environment at all times.
- Respect every member of the team.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 2 years post qualification experience
- GDC registered
- Post qualification
- Experience in oral surgery orthodontics
Essential
- Has worked as a Dental Nurse in the last year
- Experience in a senior role
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to take dental impressions
Experience
Essential
- 2 years post qualification experience
- GDC registered
- Post qualification
- Experience in oral surgery orthodontics
Essential
- Has worked as a Dental Nurse in the last year
- Experience in a senior role
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to take dental impressions
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
WHH
Kennington Rd
ASHFORD
TN24 0LZ
Employer's website
Job summary
We are a multidisciplinary team within the Maxillofacial Department, covering East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust sites. Providing special care and Dental Nursing support to various grades of clinical team members - including Consultants, SpR's, Associate Specialists, Orthodontic and Dental Therapists and Dental Core Trainees
We have a team of 30 Dental Nurse who work across our East Kent Hospitals sites. Many are skilled in Radiography, Oral Health Education and taking of impressions.
Main duties of the job
Role specific duties
To receive and prepare patients who need to undergo minor oral surgery/orthodontic/restorative procedures. To assist the clinician throughout such treatment, to assist in the supervision of the patient until they are fit to leave the department. To ensure dental surgery duties for the maxillofacial unit are under taken in an efficient and professional manner.
Provide Specialist chair side assistance within the department and Reception
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Essential
Essential
Experience
Essential
Essential
Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
WHH
Kennington Rd
ASHFORD
TN24 0LZ
Employer's website
We are a multidisciplinary team within the Maxillofacial Department, covering East Kent Hospitals University Foundation Trust sites. Providing special care and Dental Nursing support to various grades of clinical team members - including Consultants, SpR's, Associate Specialists, Orthodontic and Dental Therapists and Dental Core Trainees
We have a team of 30 Dental Nurse who work across our East Kent Hospitals sites. Many are skilled in Radiography, Oral Health Education and taking of impressions.
Main duties of the job
Role specific duties
To receive and prepare patients who need to undergo minor oral surgery/orthodontic/restorative procedures. To assist the clinician throughout such treatment, to assist in the supervision of the patient until they are fit to leave the department. To ensure dental surgery duties for the maxillofacial unit are under taken in an efficient and professional manner.
Provide Specialist chair side assistance within the department and Reception
- Providing assistance throughout treatment.
- Mixing and preparing of materials, dressings and equipment.
- Care of equipment and reporting issues
- To undertake general duties associated with the day to day running of the Maxillofacial unit.
- Ensuring that GDC guidelines on cross infection are conformed to.
- To assist the clinicians in the Delivery of Care to patients, which will include:
- Preparation of clinical area prior to start of each session.
- Receiving and preparing patients for treatment.
- Observing condition of the patient throughout treatment.
- To help maintain a clean and tidy environment at all times.
- Respect every member of the team.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with fivehospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 2 years post qualification experience
- GDC registered
- Post qualification
- Experience in oral surgery orthodontics
Essential
- Has worked as a Dental Nurse in the last year
- Experience in a senior role
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to take dental impressions
Experience
Essential
- 2 years post qualification experience
- GDC registered
- Post qualification
- Experience in oral surgery orthodontics
Essential
- Has worked as a Dental Nurse in the last year
- Experience in a senior role
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to take dental impressions
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
Employer details
Employer name
East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
WHH
Kennington Rd
ASHFORD
TN24 0LZ
Employer's website
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