Qualified Dental Nurse
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.
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
We are looking for a Qualified Dental Nurse, with experience, to carry out dental nursing in support of Public Dental services in NHS Highland. The post holder will be based at Lochshell Dental Clinic, Wick. The post holder will work at the following clinics Lochshell/Helmsdale/Lairg/Caithness General Hospital providing chair side support to routine, vulnerable patients and priority groups. A commitment to cover other dental clinics within NHS highland will also be required. You will have relevant clinical experience as a Dental Nurse with NEBDN qualification or SVQ Level 3 in Dental Nursing, NEBDN. A requirement to have full registration with the GDC. Excellent interpersonal, organizational and IT skills are essential. Full current driving licence and use of car for work purposes is essential.
Informal enquiries to
Shiona MacDonald, Dental Locality Manager
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES Care and compassion Dignity and respect Openness, honesty and responsibility Quality and teamwork
NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and social care values.
