Advert details:
Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
Job closing date: 29/11/2026
Job Type: Dental Support
Location: Lochgilphead
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 22.2
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
Department: Dental Department

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Qualified Orthodontic Dental Nurse
Public Dental Service – Argyll and Bute

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Orthodontic Dental Nurse to join our Public Dental Service orthodontic team within Argyll and Bute.

We are looking for a motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic dental nurse to join our multidisciplinary team and support the delivery of high-quality orthodontic care to our patients.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced orthodontic dental nurse to further develop their skills and contribute to the delivery of a high-quality orthodontic service.

The successful candidate will provide clinical chairside support to the orthodontic team, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of patient care. Duties will include preparing surgeries and equipment, maintaining appropriate infection prevention and control standards, assisting with orthodontic procedures, supporting patient education and maintaining accurate clinical records.

You will be expected to work calmly and accurately in a busy clinical environment, manage competing priorities and demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

A good practical working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages is essential.

Knowledge and experience of healthcare systems and digital clinical platforms would be advantageous; however, full training will be provided.

Applicants must hold a recognised orthodontic dental nursing qualification and current GDC registration.

Previous experience working within an orthodontic clinical environment is essential, together with a sound understanding of orthodontic procedures, patient care and orthodontic pathways.

The Public Dental Service provides care to a diverse range of patients across Argyll and Bute.

The successful candidate may therefore be required to provide orthodontic dental nursing support at other clinics within the service, as required.

A full driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work purposes are essential due to the geographical spread of the service.

If you are an experienced orthodontic dental nurse who is passionate about providing high-quality patient care and working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, we would welcome your application to join our team.

Informal Enquiries To: Kelly Webb - Orthodontic Therapist and Team Lead
Email: kelly.webb@nhs.scot

Additional information for candidates
Flexible Working
Flexible working options may be available, depending on the role and service needs. If this is important to you, please discuss it at interview.

How to apply
Apply online through Jobtrain
Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
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