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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Dental Nurse at NHS Ayrshire & Arran- cross site.
What you will do:
As part of a multidisciplinary Team, you will have responsibility to provide an area wide service in specialist programmes of patient Care And Assessment of patients needs.
You will be required to carry out all the duties expected of a Specialist Dental Nurse within a busy out-patients department, assisting with various procedures within the Maxillofacial, Orthodontic and Restorative Dentistry setting.
You will also be required to provide full administrative assistance to the unit. This would include organizing of patient appointments, updating of spreadsheets, being able to navigate PMS to access patient files for accurate up-to-date information on referrals etc, maintaining appropriate stock supplies and the ordering of stock.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
Potential candidates must be registered with the General Dental Council and have evidence of CPD.
Must have previous experience within the specialties.
Have excellent communication, interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team is essential
Candidates must have a flexible approach within the working environment with good organisational, IT, and planning skills.
Knowledge of Ayrshire & Arran’s policies and procedures is desirable.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 per week
UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
UK driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Pauline Divitt Departmental Manager
TEL: 01563827989
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
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