Summary: The role of Band 4 Dental Nurse in Orthodontics at Birmingham Dental Hospital involves providing comprehensive chairside assistance and administrative support within the Orthodontic department. The position requires flexibility to work across various locations and entails engaging with patients of all ages while ensuring high-quality dental care. The successful candidate will also support dental students and assist in the smooth operation of the clinic. This is a fixed-term position for 12 months within a community healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide chairside assistance to clinicians and support during dental procedures.
• Prepare and monitor patients for dental treatments, including pre and postoperative instructions.
• Assist with multi-disciplinary clinics and complex patient needs.
• Carry out clerical and administrative duties to ensure efficient clinic operations.
• Ensure medical emergency drugs and equipment are available and up to date.
• Support and supervise undergraduate dental students and apprentices.
• Participate in continuing personal development and maintain GDC registration.
• Handle patient inquiries and manage patient records and appointments.

Key Skills:

• Dental Nurse qualification enabling registration with the General Dental Council.
• Experience working as part of a dental team, particularly in chairside duties.
• Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative.
• Good knowledge of cross-infection procedures and health and safety policies.
• Strong organizational skills and manual dexterity.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in IT and maintaining electronic patient records.

Salary (Rate): 29,114

City: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other