Rotational Pharmacy Technician

Job overview

Job Summary

· Provide a high level of dental nursing care for all patients. This will include patients with special needs, vulnerable children, and the elderly, mentally and physically disabled patients, patients suffering terminal illness, infectious risk, medically compromised, anxious / phobic patients and people with challenging behaviour

· Deliver a high standard of chairside assistance across the whole range of dental specialities, supporting all grades of clinicians. These will include dental undergraduate and postgraduate students and experienced clinicians

· Assist in the day to day running of the department

· Assist in maintaining a high level of cross infection control

· Assist in the supervision and training of trainee dental nurses

· Cover sickness and absence on all departments as and when necessary

Main duties of the job

· Actively provide a high level of chairside assistance within the department across a full range of dental and surgical treatments and procedures.

· Receive and act upon instructions from dental surgeons regarding the treatment of patients and report any change in their condition. Reassure and inform patients regarding future treatment and appointments

· Assist with any problems presented by the patient or their relatives, the dentist or other nursing staff. Being aware of language and cultural difficulties and dealing with these in a sensitive and appropriate manner

· Provide dental nursing care for patients with special needs, vulnerable children, and the elderly, mentally and physically disabled patients, patients suffering terminal illness, infectious risk, medically compromised, anxious/ phobic patients and people with challenging behaviour

· Monitor the standard of all equipment in the department and report any deficiencies or problems to the appropriate person

· Stock and check the emergency trolleys within the department on a daily basis. Check all equipment is fully operational and all drugs are in date

· Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the Data Protection Act at all times

Working for our organisation

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King’s to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King’s is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone’s contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust’s carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

General

• The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.
• To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
• We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued.
• At King’s we are a kind, respectful team:

Kind . We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work

Respectful . We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed

Team . We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional

• To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
• To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
• This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.
• All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication.
• Everyone is responsible for promoting inclusion no matter their role or team. At King’s, we want to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and welcome

Clinical responsibilities

Actively provide a high level of chairside assistance within the department across a full range of dental and surgical treatments and procedures.

Where appropriate, assisting with patients receiving treatment under relative analgesia or IV sedation. Providing pre and post-operative care

Receive and act upon instructions from dental surgeons regarding the treatment of patients and report any change in their condition. Reassure and inform patients regarding future treatment and appointments

Assist with any problems presented by the patient or their relatives, the dentist or other nursing staff. Being aware of language and cultural difficulties and dealing with these in a sensitive and appropriate manner

Provide dental nursing care for patients with special needs, vulnerable children, and the elderly, mentally and physically disabled patients, patients suffering terminal illness, infectious risk, medically compromised, anxious/ phobic patients and people with challenging behaviour

Prepare dental instruments, equipment, drugs, materials ready for each case and clear away used items at the end of each session

Monitor the standard of all equipment in the department and report any deficiencies or problems to the appropriate person

Stock and check the emergency trolleys within the department on a daily basis. Check all equipment is fully operational and all drugs are in date

Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the Data Protection Act at all times

Assist with the collection, labelling and despatch of specimens, study models and dental work to the

· Laboratories and deal with any enquiries

Ensure treatment and communication recognises individual patient

Check and maintain stock levels of sterile supplies including dental instruments, hand pieces, burs and other specialist instruments and equipment. Liaise with the Central Sterile Service Department to ensure adequate sterile supplies are always available

· Dispose of hazardous or toxic waste materials in accordance with appropriate guidelines and protocols

Participate in the effective management of patients who have undergone a medical emergency

Communication and Representation

Work under the supervision and direction of the Senior Dental Nurse to ensure the smooth operational running of the department

Act up in the absence of the Senior Dental Nurse ensuring that dental nurse services are maintained. This will include checking and maintaining stock, drugs & equipment levels, supervising trainee dental nurses, induction of new dental nurse staff, ensuring that policies for Health & Safety, Fire and Cross Infection are adhered to and reporting any deficiencies or problems in the department

Supervise new dental nurse staff and trainee dental nurses allocated to the department. Ensure that all dental nurses maintain professional standards at all times. Take appropriate action where standards are not consistently being met

Assist the Senior Dental Nurse in the planned induction and integration of new dental nurses / trainee dental nurses. Contribute to the induction and integration of other members of the multi-disciplinary teamh

hold the departmental drug cupboard keys and dispense drugs to the operator to give to the patient

Undertake general cleaning duties including work surfaces and equipment (above waist level) to ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained

Prepare and submit clerical work as requested by the Senior Dental Nurse, Dental Nurse Services Manager and Head of Department

Assist with the implementation and integration of new initiatives into the department

Report to the Senior Dental Nurse where services or standards can be improved or where policies and procedures are not being implemented or adhered to

Initiate and participate in departmental, dental nursing and other meetings on a regular basis

Attend departmental and dental nurse meetings/audits to discuss aspects of the service and to consider improvements

· Any other duties consistent with the grade

Person specification

essential

Essential criteria

• GDC registered or awaiting GDC registration
• Dental nursing experience in all disciplines of dentistry
• Good communication
• Good patient care ethics

Desirable criteria

• Post certification

IMPORTANT

• Check your email account regularly as this is how we will communicate with you
• If you delete the job from any of your accounts, you may be prevented from accessing further communications
• To enquire about your application or inform us of any changes in your circumstances, please contact the named person on this advert
• Please provide email addresses for referees where possible
• Please review the documentation on our recruitment microsite, particularly the Trust’s criminal records checking policy
• All staff have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and for ensuring they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.
• Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. On occasion, we might close a vacancy early due to a high number of applications being received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

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