Job overview

We are looking for a Band 4 Dental Nurse to work in our Oral Surgery specialist clinic, based in our Outpatients Department at West Middlesex University hospital, for 3 days a week (Tuesday 0830-1700) Wednesday (0830-1700) and Thursday (0900-1700).

We are a very busy department that functions Monday to Friday 0830 to 1700 and we require caring, self-motivated and confident staff to support the service. Applicants must be a Registered Dental nurse with experience of caring for patients within this speciality.

The post will facilitate an opportunity to apply existing knowledge and skills and develop these further by caring for patients with varied oral conditions.

An essential requirement to this post is the ability to communicate effectively within a multi disciplinary team and with a diverse local population. We aim to continually improve the patient experience throughout our Outpatients Department and can only do this if, staff communicate appropriately with all patients, carers and visitors. 

If you would like further information, please contact Dinah Laryea, Senior Sister, on 0208 321 5628 and Deborah Arkaifie on 0208 321 5875. 

Main duties of the job

The post holder is responsible for delivering high standards of patient care within the Oral Surgery Department and providing services in accordance with the Trusts values and behaviours to support the nursing team in delivery  patient care which is safe and effective.

To perform clinical and chairside duties.

• To maintain high standards of patient care and ensure patient dignity and       To assist in the correct labelling and dispatch of tissue sections and mediums for specimens to appropriate laboratories.
• Participate under the direction and supervision of OPD Senior nursing staff and medical staff
• To take part in the programme of care and maintenance of equipment; keeping records of all servicing and maintenance, with support/guidance of the Senior Dental nurse
• To participate in the disinfection, sterilisation of equipment as required.
• To prepare trolleys for minor oral surgical procedures.
• To assist in minor oral surgery procedures to include monitoring and aftercare of patients.
• To deputise as required in the organising and assisting of joint clinics.
• To adhere to departmental and Trust policies on infection control, radiography and Health & Safety
• Participate under the direction and supervision of senior nursing staff and medical staff in the education of patients and their families / carers regarding aspects of their care

Working for our organisation

Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.

Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use.

We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid.

We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future.

We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring.

If you haven’t heard from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probation. Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.