Job summaryDo you like to feel that you have made a difference to someone's dental experience? If so, this is the job for you!An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified dental nurse with a post graduate diploma in sedation to join our team at Leeds Community Dental Services.We are a city-wide service with clinics at Yeadon, Middleton and Chapeltown and you would be expected to work from all 3 of these clinics. As a team we are committed to providing a high-quality service to our community and committed to developing as a team Good written, verbal and communication skills are essential and previous knowledge of dental software/systems would be desirable although training will be provided.Main duties of the jobYour primary responsibility will be to provide clinical and administrative support to Consultants, Specialists, Senior Dental Officers, Dental Officers and Dental Therapists in a wide range of treatments for our client base which includes adults and children, patients with complex medical, social/mental health needs and Dental phobics.You would support and work with the dental nursing team in providing care to our patient base under the direction of the Dental Nurse lead within that clinic.You would be part of a small group of Dental nurses who have the post graduate qualification in Sedation and work with our Dentists and Therapists who are qualified in IV and Inhalation sedation.We would like you to have a welcoming and positive approach for our patients and be a motivated and reliable member of the team. We will need you to be flexible in your approach to work as we will need you to work at all of the clinics across Leeds, so ability to travel is essential.About usWorking for Leeds community Healthcare NHS TrustWho are we?Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.Perks of the jobOur benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.ukclick on the Join Our Team Tab.Right to WorkThis role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesJob PurposeThe post holder will work within standard operating procedures / pathways to manage their own workload independently but with reference to a supervisor within the clinical area. In doing so, they will support the assessment of service users and implementation of programmes of care ensuring that they practice within their sphere of competence and knowledge. The post holder will work within a range of standard operating procedures and pathways in which they have received training in order to be competent.Key Responsibilities1. Clinical1.1. The post holder will work within agreed framework to plan, implement and evaluate clinical and/or therapeutic activities and service user response to activity.1.2. Provides chair-side assistance to Consultants, Specialists, Senior Dental Officers, Dental Officers and Dental Therapists1.3. Support and assist other staff members to deliver care as delegated and directed1.4. Demonstrates highly developed physical skills obtained through practice and training e.g. accuracy, dexterity and coordination to assemble and dismantle specialist equipment, prepare and present materials and medicaments, manipulate delicate dental instruments1.5. The post holder will be able to make judgement involving facts or situation which may require analysis e.g. making clinical decisions related to specific pathway of care.Clinical Special Interest and related dutiesIf qualified to do so:Carry out nurse led fluoride varnish clinicsCarry out nurse led preventative dental clinicsCarry out nurse led radiography clinicsMonitor and support patients undergoing treatment within specialist clinics such as relative analgesia and intravenous sedation as part of a qualified teamPrepare and assist in general anaesthetic sessions carried out at hospital sitesProviding advice, support, information and instructions to patients as required2. Leadership2.1. Ensures that a professional service and image is maintained at all time, thereby acting as a role model to all staff2.2. Supports a leadership style which is underpinned by strongly held values around equality, diversity and openness; effectively builds and maintains relationships with team members.2.3. If appropriate to role, the post holder will work with other junior staff to support planning of workloads and prioritisation in order to achieve smooth service delivery2.4. Ensures the effective and efficient use of resources within their own sphere of responsibility e.g. equipment stocks and supplies.2.5. Prepares and maintains clinical areas to promote a welcoming and safe environment for individuals requiring dental care.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialRegistration with the General Dental Council. National Certificate of the Examining Board for Dental Nurses or equivalent.Post graduate qualification in SedationExperienceEssentialExperience of working within a dental service/practice.Experience of working with service users/patients with confidentiality.Experience of organising and prioritising own workload and working without direct supervision.DesirableExperience of participating in clinical supervision.Skills and AttributesEssentialGood team working with the ability to support others.Good verbal and written skills with good communication.Ability to travel city wide to support the dental team where needed.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameLeeds Community Healthcare NHS TrustAddressReginald CentreChapeltown RoadLeedsLS7 3EXEmployer's websitehttps://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/join-our-team1/ (Opens in a new tab)