Job summary
The post holder will provide clinical input and day to day operational management of the Dental Nurses to ensure that high quality professional support service is provided. Thepost holder must hold a recognized dental nursing qualification and be registered with the GDC. They must have an additional dental qualification (e.g. special Care dentistry, Radiology, Sedation) specific to the requirements of the service. Thepost holder will be expected to have an understanding of working with patients both children and adults including those who may have special needs or those who have difficulty accessing NHS dental treatment in their area. Organizationand delivery of clinical support services within the community dental service to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of dental care. To support the GA lead (and other CDS managers) to deliver safe effective care. Responsibilityfor ensuring a high standard of infection control is maintained within the dental clinics.
Main duties of the job
Communicate condition related information in a sensitive mannerSupport nervous patients, patients with additional needs and paediatric patientsCommunicate condition related information to staff as appropriateCommunicate complex, sensitive service related information to staff that may require tact and persuasive skillsApply knowledge of a range of dental nursing procedures, acquired through training and experience, including knowledge gained from post registration qualificationsProvide chair side clinical support to dental activityPlan and allocate daily activities for nurses within the defined clinic location(s)Arrange meetings for the service to support continued quality performanceOrganise staffing rota for a defined location(s)Organise staff training for the nurses in conjunction with the other Dental Nurse Team LeadersAssemble and use dental equipment as requiredTrain Band 4 Dental Nurses on new dental equipmentProvide pre and post-operative advice and instructions for dental proceduresEnsure Trust and Service policies are implemented (SOPs, SALUS, radiology, IPC etc)on(s)Supervise junior staff and studentsProvide training to new starters and regular training to existing members of staffWork in conjunction with the CDS management team to recruit for Band 4 Dental NursesManage sickness absence, including acting as lead contact for absence reporting for the Band
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
- A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
- Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
- Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
- Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
- All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communicate condition related information in a sensitive mannerSupport nervous patients, patients with additional needs and paediatric patientsCommunicate condition related information to staff as appropriateCommunicate complex, sensitive service related information to staff that may require tact and persuasive skillsApply knowledge of a range of dental nursing procedures, acquired through training and experience, including knowledge gained from post registration qualificationsProvide chair side clinical support to dental activityIdentify urgent cases and triage referrals as appropriateUse problem solving skills to managed daily issues, such as, equipment breakdowns or staffing shortagesPlan and allocate daily activities for nurses within the defined clinic location(s)Arrange meetings for the service to support continued quality performanceOrganise staffing rota for a defined location(s)Organise staff training for the nurses in conjunction with the other Dental Nurse Team LeadersAssemble and use dental equipment as requiredTrain Band 4 Dental Nurses on new dental equipmentProvide pre and post-operative advice and instructions for dental proceduresEnsure Trust and Service policies are implemented (SOPs, SALUS, radiology, IPC etc)Ensure relevant legislation is implementedContribute towards policy development for the Community Dental ServiceTake payments on behalf of the service for NHS dental workAssemble and dismantle dental equipmentEnsure all equipment is available in defined clinic location(s)Order supplies as requiredProvide day to day management of a defined location(s)Supervise junior staff and studentsProvide training to new starters and regular training to existing members of staffWork in conjunction with the CDS management team to recruit for Band 4 Dental NursesManage sickness absence, including acting as lead contact for absence reporting for the Band 4 Dental Nurses and completing return to work interviewsMaintain patient records accuratelyParticipate in environmental and clinical auditsAccountable for own professional actionsSupport patients and their parents/carers with learning disabilities and challenging behavioursWork with the integrated management team to ensure the delivery of clinic and GA based activityAct in accordance with the General Dental Council, (and other) relevant professional codes of practice and statutory guidelines and be accountable for your actions at all times.Undertake appropriate training and practice to ensure you have the right skills and are competent e.g. mandatory and non mandatory training and any other programmes as identified by your line manager.
This job description is an outline only and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. It will be regularly reviewed and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Communicate condition related information in a sensitive mannerSupport nervous patients, patients with additional needs and paediatric patientsCommunicate condition related information to staff as appropriateCommunicate complex, sensitive service related information to staff that may require tact and persuasive skillsApply knowledge of a range of dental nursing procedures, acquired through training and experience, including knowledge gained from post registration qualificationsProvide chair side clinical support to dental activityIdentify urgent cases and triage referrals as appropriateUse problem solving skills to managed daily issues, such as, equipment breakdowns or staffing shortagesPlan and allocate daily activities for nurses within the defined clinic location(s)Arrange meetings for the service to support continued quality performanceOrganise staffing rota for a defined location(s)Organise staff training for the nurses in conjunction with the other Dental Nurse Team LeadersAssemble and use dental equipment as requiredTrain Band 4 Dental Nurses on new dental equipmentProvide pre and post-operative advice and instructions for dental proceduresEnsure Trust and Service policies are implemented (SOPs, SALUS, radiology, IPC etc)Ensure relevant legislation is implementedContribute towards policy development for the Community Dental ServiceTake payments on behalf of the service for NHS dental workAssemble and dismantle dental equipmentEnsure all equipment is available in defined clinic location(s)Order supplies as requiredProvide day to day management of a defined location(s)Supervise junior staff and studentsProvide training to new starters and regular training to existing members of staffWork in conjunction with the CDS management team to recruit for Band 4 Dental NursesManage sickness absence, including acting as lead contact for absence reporting for the Band 4 Dental Nurses and completing return to work interviewsMaintain patient records accuratelyParticipate in environmental and clinical auditsAccountable for own professional actionsSupport patients and their parents/carers with learning disabilities and challenging behavioursWork with the integrated management team to ensure the delivery of clinic and GA based activityAct in accordance with the General Dental Council, (and other) relevant professional codes of practice and statutory guidelines and be accountable for your actions at all times.Undertake appropriate training and practice to ensure you have the right skills and are competent e.g. mandatory and non mandatory training and any other programmes as identified by your line manager.
This job description is an outline only and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. It will be regularly reviewed and may be amended in the light of changing circumstances following consultation with the post holder.
Person Specification
Application form
Essential
- oNEBDN and/or an appropriate professional qualification or equivalent
- oDegree level or equivalent experience
- oRegistered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Care Professional
- oNEBDN certificate in conscious sedation (or willing to work towards)
Desirable
- oComputer qualification or training
- oNEBDN certificate in Dental radiography
- oLeadership/ management qualification
Experience
Essential
- oPrevious experience working in a Community Dental Service (Adult special care or paediatrics)
- oExperience of working with special needs patients, including provision of care under sedation.
- oSupervisory and management experience
- oExperience working within a multi-disciplinary team
- oExperience of administration and organisation of clinics.
Desirable
- oPrevious leadership experience
- oPrevious reception and administration experience
- oExperience in recruitment and selection and carrying out appraisals
Person Specification
Application form
Essential
- oNEBDN and/or an appropriate professional qualification or equivalent
- oDegree level or equivalent experience
- oRegistered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Care Professional
- oNEBDN certificate in conscious sedation (or willing to work towards)
Desirable
- oComputer qualification or training
- oNEBDN certificate in Dental radiography
- oLeadership/ management qualification
Experience
Essential
- oPrevious experience working in a Community Dental Service (Adult special care or paediatrics)
- oExperience of working with special needs patients, including provision of care under sedation.
- oSupervisory and management experience
- oExperience working within a multi-disciplinary team
- oExperience of administration and organisation of clinics.
Desirable
- oPrevious leadership experience
- oPrevious reception and administration experience
- oExperience in recruitment and selection and carrying out appraisals
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).
