Clinical Support Worker
Job Description
About NHS Scotland
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.
Position
Clinical Support Worker based at North West Area Centre. This is a permanent position.
Hours
36 hours per week . Job share may be considered.
Right to Work
Right to work in the United Kingdom is mandatory. A UK driving licence is also required.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing the clinical area and dental materials under the supervision of a Registered Dental Nurse.
- Provide reception duties and administrative support to clinicians.
- Help ensure effective delivery of care while maintaining an acceptable standard of service.
- Maintain infection control procedures in the dental surgery, including equipment, laboratory work and decontamination/sterilisation of instruments.
Essential Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, verbal and written.
- Experience of working in a caring environment/role working with the public.
- Ability to work as part of a large team.
- Ability to carry out assigned tasks effectively in a busy environment fulfilling the requirement of the job description.
Desirable Requirements
- Knowledge of dental paperwork and Microsoft packages.
- Experience in cash handling.
Contact
Gail Whitehouse, Dental Nurse Team Leader – , .
