Specialist Dental Nurse – Nurse-Led Clinic & CBT Support

Haringey GP Federation; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community health trust is seeking a Specialist Dental Nurse to join their team in providing excellent patient care in community clinics. The role involves working collaboratively with dental professionals, triaging patients, and providing clinical treatment, including for patients with dental phobias. Candidates must be registered dental nurses and possess excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritize, and experience in caring for complex cases. This is a full-time position with flexible working options.

Benefits

Access to high-quality education and training

Flexible working policy

Wellbeing support services

Qualifications

• Registered Dental Nurse with evidence of current GDC registration.
• National examining board for dental nurse diploma or NVQ level 3.
• Experience caring for patients requiring complex dental treatments.

Responsibilities

• Undertake triage and prioritise clinical need.
• Provide clinical treatment in a nurse-led clinic.
• Deliver CBT based interventions for dental phobias.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritise

Knowledge of special needs conditions

Experience in NHS dental environment

Education

Registered Dental Nurse with GDC registration

NVQ level 3 or equivalent diploma

CBT qualification (or willingness to complete)

Topical fluoride application qualification

Job description

A community health trust is seeking a Specialist Dental Nurse to join their team in providing excellent patient care in community clinics. The role involves working collaboratively with dental professionals, triaging patients, and providing clinical treatment, including for patients with dental phobias. Candidates must be registered dental nurses and possess excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritize, and experience in caring for complex cases. This is a full-time position with flexible working options.