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Trosolwg o'r swydd

We are looking to recruit an experienced Band 4 Dental Nurse to join the Dental nursing team within out busy Maxillofacial & Orthodontic Department here at Airedale.

The above hours will be worked across 5 days, currently Monday to Friday to meet the needs of the service. Weekends may be included if the services requires.

 Previous experience within a hospital setting would be advantageous, but if you are a dynamic team player and a keen learner with an interest in Maxillofacial surgery & Orthodontics then you could be just the person we are looking for.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

Following initial training under the supervision of a qualified dental nurse, the post holder will be expected to:

·         Promote and maintain health and safety in the workplace.

·         Maintain high standards of cross infection control, cleaning of surgeries and sterilisation of instruments in accordance with trust policies.

·         Provide chairside support for the patient and operator during the assessment of oral health, treatment planning and the prevention and treatment of oral and dental diseases and disorders.

·         Communicate effectively with patients, their families and with other health professionals involved in their care.

·         Deal with medical emergencies as a member of the dental team

·         Carry out duties within the trust policy framework

·         Preparation of patients, instrumentation and surgeries for clinical and surgical work.

·         Be aware of individual responsibility under the Health & Safety legislation. Report any practice or occurrence which may be detrimental to the wellbeing of patients, visitors or staff.

·         Attend mandatory training days as requested.

·         Attend unit meetings, team brief and departmental training.

·         Work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

·         Act as a key worker when required.

·         Participate in health education, providing patients with information when required.

·         Scan and record radiographs.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:

• Cycle to Work
• Travel Scheme
• Childcare Vouchers with Salary Sacrifice
• Onsite Nursery
• Buying and Selling Annual Leave
• Car Leasing
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Health and Wellbeing
• Extensive Reward Scheme
• Counselling Service
• Financial packages including Vivup and Wagestream
• Staff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.

Our values:

We understand that it’s down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience – we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:

• Committed to Quality of Care
• Compassion
• Working together for patients
• Improving Lives
• Everyone Counts
• Respect and Dignity

Got questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.