Senior Dental Nurse

NHS National Services Scotland; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

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 Senior Dental Nurse at University Hospital Crosshouse.

What you will do:

You will be committed to providing a high standard of nursing care and have a genuine interest in Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry and perioperative care. You will also deputise for the department manager in their absence.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

You will be a qualified Dental Nurse registered with the GDC-UK with National/Hospital or SVQ Level Qualification with post qualification supplemented by knowledge of maxillofacial, orthodontic and peri-operative nursing. You must be able to demonstrate extensive post registration experience within this speciality.

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:

Marsha Maurri, Interim Clinical Nurse Manager, Tel No: 01563 826385 or [e-mail]

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