Job overview

There is an exciting new opportunity for a registered Dental Nurse to join the community dental service team, where quality of care is the primary focus.  The team consists of experienced Dentists, Dental Nurses, Dental Therapists and administrative staff, where skill mixing is encouraged.  You will need to be motivated, enthusiastic and have excellent communication skills.  The post holder will be based in Newtown, 15 hours per week and will be expected to travel to other clinic locations at least once a week. 

The Community Dental Service comprises of a wide range of locations, specialities and services which involve primary dental care, consultant led secondary care, special needs and priority group patients in both the clinic and domiciliary setting.  This includes Schools, residential and nursing homes, epidemiological surveys, and oral health promotion/education.

Training, development, and skill mixing of the dental workforce is encouraged and supported.

Main duties of the job

The Dental Nurse will work as part of the team, providing assistance to 
clinicians within the Dental Service, plus arranging and supporting the clinician  with any domiciliary visits, screening, epidemiology and research programmes. They will be expected to work autonomously, seeking advice when required. The post holder will be expected to carry out all related clerical and administrative duties to ensure efficient operation of the clinic/department. 

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don’t speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don’t worry: the health board will support you with training.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. 

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.