Dental Nurse, Community Dental Service

Job overview
The post holder will provide a comprehensive range of dental nurse skills to support clinicians in the provision of quality dental care to all groups of patients.
The post holder will provide clinical and chair side support to clinicians within the Primary Care Salaried Dental Service for CDS/DTU (Community Dental Service & Dental Teaching Unit), whilst be expected to have an in-depth knowledge of all dental procedures.
They will assist in the smooth running of the clinics whilst working independently to manage surgeries effectively and efficiently within Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board’s (CTMUHB) guidelines.
The post holder will be required to undertake reception duties as and when required.
Main duties of the job
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Have individual responsibility for the organisation of the surgery and ensure accurate preparation and presentation of appropriate materials and equipment using a high degree of precision.
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Provide chair-side assistance and fourhanded dentistry when required throughout the patient’s treatment, anticipating the clinician’s needs and any possible complications which may arise.
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Achieve and maintain high standards of infection control, PPE and cleanliness in line with current codes of practice.
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Professionally responsible for the safe disposal of clinical waste in accordance with the CTMUHB infection prevention and control policy.
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Assist in the management of medical and dental emergencies if required.
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Participate in ordering and maintaining clinical stock levels.
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Process and develop radiographs, complying with current IRMER regulations.
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Responsible for chaperoning patients and staff.
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Answering queries in person and by telephone.
Working for our organisation
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
•              We listen, learn, and improve
•              We treat everyone with respect
•              We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.