Advanced Clinical Dental Nurse - Mobile Services
Community Dental Services CIC, Lexden, Colchester
Advanced Clinical Dental Nurse - Mobile Services
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Community Dental Services CIC, Lexden, Colchester
- Part time
- Temporary
- Onsite working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 28 Jan | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: de7dd690929742a7be5f60d77165513d
Full Job Description
- Provide clinical support during procedures, including for undergraduates, dental nurse, and dental hygiene/therapy students.
- Conduct dental nurse-led clinics, offering treatments within your extended scope of practice, including the application of topical fluoride varnish, taking intra and extra oral radiographs, and performing other advanced dental nurse procedures such as Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT).
- Assist with dental conscious sedation techniques & manage referrals efficiently.
- Deliver clinical training & assessment of students and dental nurses, contributing to their ongoing professional development.
- Engage in quality initiatives, audits, & clinical governance projects.
- Lead dental nurse triage sessions & organize the fluoride varnish programme.
- Work with children, young people, & vulnerable adults, ensuring seamless care.
- Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals & manage urgent cases with appropriate triage.
Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) - GDC Registered
- NEBDN Certificate in Special Care Dental Nursing
- NEBDN Certificates (or equivalent) in Topical Fluoride Application, Oral Health Instruction, Dental Radiology
- Strong initiative, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Outlook, Word, Excel, and competent keyboard skills. Knowledge of dental software is a plus (training provided).
- A welcoming and positive approach for our patients and an upbeat and reliable member of the team
Are you a skilled and compassionate dental nurse looking to make a significant impact in the lives of patients with diverse needs? Community Dental Services CIC, an award-winning, employee-owned social enterprise, is looking for a dedicated Advanced Clinical Dental Nurse to join our mobile dental team. We deliver high-quality, specialist dental services across East and Central England, focusing on the most deprived areas within the SNEE ICB (Integrated Care Board) Suffolk boundary.
Contract:2-Year Fixed Term, Part TimeHours:22.5 hours per week, 3 daysLocation:Colchester Primary Care CentreSalary:£29,970 - £36,483 per annum, pro rata (Actual £17,982 - £21,889.80) This post attracts a 'Golden Hello' payment of £5,000 applicable to new applicants taking a substantive post. £2,500 will be payable after the first month of employment and £2,500 will be paid after six months - (subject to CDS policy conditions). upon completion of successful probation period., Personal Development:Opportunities to work in full scope of practice with direct access.
- Generous Leave:27 days holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata.
- Supportive Environment:Dentally led, patient-focused, free from UDA targets.
- Positive Team Environment:Work with a positive and friendly team.
- Pension Scheme:10% employer contribution to a personal stakeholder pension.
- Employee Assistance:24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
- Work-Life Balance:Time allowance for hospital appointments.
- Professional Development:Funded internal and external mandatory training to maintain your CPD.
- Career Growth:Support with training for your wider professional development.
- Indemnity:Paid coverage.
- Uniforms:Provided.
- Perks:Free tea and coffee.
- Ownership:Become an employee owner and have a say in how our organisation is run at all levels as an employee director or regional representative.
- Community Impact:Play a key role in local social care initiatives.
- Bonus Opportunity:Shareholder opportunity to annual bonus.
- Sickness Benefits:Company paid. Join us and be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your professional journey. Apply today and help us make a difference in the lives of those who need it most!