Job summary
Employer heading
Mobile Dental Unit Coordinator
Band 3
Be part of a 'Healthy Caring Powys' and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 1,2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12 per hour - £23,465 per annum. This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2024/25 is confirmed
Job overview
There is an exciting new opportunity for a Mobile Dental Unit Coordinator, based in Brecon. The post is Band 3, Full time, 37.5 hours per week. The postholder will be responsible for the well organised, everyday driving, set up and running of the Mobile Dental Clinic (MDU). Supporting the clinical staff with achieving their duties to ensure efficient use of time and maximum patient throughput. If you thrive in a varied job role, this coordinator post could be for you.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be responsible for driving the MDU (under 7.5 tonnes) possibly daily, throughout the geographical area covered by Powys Teaching Health Board, some areas may be restricted and remote, requiring competence and skill. Undertake all necessary vehicle checks daily. Carry out risk assessments. Working independently and responsible for managing individual daily workload and will use own initiative to resolve issues as and when they arise. The role will include transporting instruments, stock and equipment, ensuring cleanliness, preparation and equipping of the MDU.
The postholder will work closely with members of the public, including adults and children with additional needs. Chaperoning children to and from class to attend the MDU, as well as receiving/booking members of the public, collecting in paperwork and updating computer systems with relevant information.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac.
Person specification
Qualification /Knowledge
Essential criteria
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent qualification, skills, knowledge
- C1 Driving License
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience of dealing with multidisciplinary organisations
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of driving larger vehicles
Desirable criteria
- Experience of using dental software
Apptitude & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Excellent planning & organisational skills
- Previous experience of administration duties
- Good ICT skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Desirable criteria
- Ability to speak Welsh
Values
Essential criteria
- Demonstrate PTHB values
Other
Essential criteria
- Ability to travel in a geographical area
- Current C1 driving license
- Willingness to learn & develop
Applicant requirements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Jacqui Bennett
- Job title
- Senior Dental Nurse
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07754452313
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