Job summary
The post holder will work predominantly within the Department of Paediatric Dentistry, Maxillofacial and Orthodontics.
Role model behaviours in accordance with the Trust Behavioural Framework.
Ensure best possible dental nursing care and practice including those with complex medical, physical, and emotional needs.
Provide close support to dentistry, maintaining high standards of patient care and infection control.
Learn new skills in line with new practices, qualifications, and modernisation.
Have commitment to continuing professional development.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to:
Be responsible for the delivery of clinical expertise in all aspects of the clinical setting acting as a visible practitioner in the Department.
To have the responsibility for the preparation and organisation of dental units where clinical procedures will be undertaken.
Collaborate with other health care professionals in the delivery of high standards of effective Dental care within best practice guidelines in clinical outpatient setting as well as dental theatre.
Following appropriate training, participate in conscious sedation and other procedures under the supervision and direction of the Dentist.
Monitor the patient's physical signs prior to, during and post treatment enabling early recognition of condition changes and ensuring appropriate corrective action is instituted.
Provide fourhanded dentistry throughout the patients' treatment, anticipating the clinicians' needs and any possible complications which may arise including assistance in the management of medical and dental emergencies.
Demonstrate awareness of legislation e.g. child protection, vulnerable adults, mental health issues and act appropriately when required.
Practice in accordance with the GDC Code of Professional Conduct in order that a safe and quality service is provided.
About us
As one of Europe's biggest and busiest children's hospitals, at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust, we treat everything from common illnesses to highly complex and specialist conditions.In addition to our main hospital site, we offer paediatric services at a number of community sites and hold local clinics across Merseyside, Cumbria, Shropshire, Wales and the Isle of Man. We also provide specialist inpatient care for children with complex mental health needs in our recently relocated and newly opened state of the art facility.
Alder Hey has a thriving research portfolio and leads research into children's medicines, infection, inflammation and oncology. We are becoming recognised as one of the world's leaders in children's healthcare and research. We contribute to public health, lead cutting-edge research and teach the next generation of children's specialists. Alongside this is ourInnovation Hub, a dedicated space where clinicians and industries can come together to create new products and technologies.
We know that a children's hospital is different and that our job is more than just treating an illness. To us, every child is an individual. As well as giving them the very best care, we set out to make them feel happy, safe and confident as they play, learn and grow. At Alder Hey we are here to look after a child and their family and that includes mums, dads, brothers and sisters.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All other aspects of the Job Description are held within the attached document. Please refer to the Job Description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
All other aspects of the Job Description are held within the attached document. Please refer to the Job Description for further details.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Dental Nurse qualification or NVQ Level 3 in Oral Healthcare.
- Must be registered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Care Professional.
- Evidence of maintaining/updating relevant continued professional development with Personal development plan in accordance with enhanced CPD guidance.
Desirable
- Any post qualification certificate(s) in any of the following: Radiology, Sedation, Orthodontics, Oral Health.
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of working as part of a dental team.
Desirable
- Experience of a hospital setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Interest in oral health promotion.
- Up-to-date knowledge of the NHS as it relates to dentistry.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal oral and written skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and staff at all levels.
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Empathy and compassion with all patient groups, including those with special needs.
- A willingness to accept that flexibility is required to meet the challenging needs of the NHS.
- Proactive approach to team building.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Dental Nurse qualification or NVQ Level 3 in Oral Healthcare.
- Must be registered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Care Professional.
- Evidence of maintaining/updating relevant continued professional development with Personal development plan in accordance with enhanced CPD guidance.
Desirable
- Any post qualification certificate(s) in any of the following: Radiology, Sedation, Orthodontics, Oral Health.
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of working as part of a dental team.
Desirable
- Experience of a hospital setting.
Knowledge
Essential
- Interest in oral health promotion.
- Up-to-date knowledge of the NHS as it relates to dentistry.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal oral and written skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and staff at all levels.
- Basic IT skills.
- Ability to prioritise tasks.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Empathy and compassion with all patient groups, including those with special needs.
- A willingness to accept that flexibility is required to meet the challenging needs of the NHS.
- Proactive approach to team building.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
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.
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 UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
