Dental Nurse

Dental Nurse

Full-Time 31230 - 38170 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Military Medical Personnel

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Assist in delivering top-notch dental care to military personnel at RAF Honington.
  • Company: Join Military Medical Personnel, a specialist in locum healthcare recruitment.
  • Benefits: Attractive pay rates, flexible assignments, free uniforms, and weekly payments.
  • Other info: Supportive consultants and opportunities for career growth in the healthcare sector.
  • Why this job: Make a difference while gaining valuable experience in a unique environment.
  • Qualifications: Must be GDC registered with relevant clinical experience and certifications.

The predicted salary is between 31230 - 38170 £ per year.

We are looking for a Locum Dental Nurse to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at RAF Honington Dental Centre, in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. This is a locum role (37.5 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay rate

  • Umbrella - £19.54
  • PAYE - £16.99 (£15.16 + £1.83 holiday pay)

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with clinical duties including preparing and sterilising instruments, operating the dental computing system, and processing radiographs.
  • Manage patient appointments, dental records and ensure proper documentation of dental prosthetic appliances.
  • Adhere to infection control procedures and follow Health and Safety policies.
  • Assist in the central sterilisation area as required.
  • Ensure compliance with GDC (General Dental Council) standards and current legislation.

About us

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Benefits

  • Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model
  • A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme
  • Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability
  • Free uniforms provided (if required)
  • A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.
  • Free mandatory training
  • Weekly payments
  • Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

Eligibility and Conditions

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements. Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential Requirements:

  • Fully registered with the General Dental Council (GDC).
  • Valid indemnity insurance with a recognised dental defence organisation.
  • Clinical currency: a minimum of 2 clinical sessions per week over the last 15 months.
  • Completion of relevant CPD courses (e.g., medical emergencies, safeguarding, radiography).
  • Current certification in emergency and resuscitation procedures.
  • Health clearance for Exposure Prone Procedures (tuberculosis, Hepatitis, HIV).
  • Certification in Safeguarding Children and Adults Level 3.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Previous Ministry of Defence (MOD) experience.
  • Dental Nurse qualification.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Dental Nurse employer: Military Medical Personnel

As an employer, we pride ourselves on offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our Aviation Medicine GP role in Lincoln. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our comprehensive training programmes and flexible working arrangements, ensuring that you can balance your professional and personal life while making a meaningful impact on the health of military personnel. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values excellence and provides exceptional healthcare services.

Military Medical Personnel

Contact Details:

Military Medical Personnel Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Dental Nurse

Clinical Duties Assistance
Instrument Preparation and Sterilisation
Dental Computing System Operation
Radiograph Processing
Patient Appointment Management
Dental Record Management
Infection Control Procedures