Job summary
An opportunity has arisen to join the Dental Service
covering South of Tyne and Wear on a 12 month fixed term basis. Duties will include the provision of high quality dental
care complementary to the General Dental Services for priority groups of
patients.
Working in a large and
supportive dental team, the post holder will be able to enhance their skills in
anxiety management, paediatric and special care dentistry.
Base TBC.
Main duties of the job
The
post holder will work 10 sessions per week full time equivalent and be expected
to meet the competencies for a Band A dentist.
You must be fully
registered with the UK General Dental Council and be eligible for the National
Dental Performers List without conditions or restrictions.
You will be able to demonstrate relevant clinical
experience and have evidence
in a portfolio of continuing professional development. You must also have excellent communication
skills, and be sensitive to the needs of relevant patient groups
This post is subject to enhanced DSB disclosure.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
BASE: TBC - COMMUNITY DENTAL SERVICE.
To provide a
full range of high quality dental advice and treatment, including treatment
under general anaesthesia and sedation.
To provide care
in a domiciliary setting, where appropriate
To ensure high
quality standards of evidence-based clinical care.
To maintain
accurate clinical and statistical records of all activities undertaken on
behalf of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust (STSFT)
To promote Oral
Health Education, give preventive advice to all patients and liaise with the
oral health promotion team.
To liaise with other
community dental staff and allied health professionals in providing care for
special needs groups.
To take part in
oral screening and epidemiological data collection.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FURTHER DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
BASE: TBC - COMMUNITY DENTAL SERVICE.
To provide a
full range of high quality dental advice and treatment, including treatment
under general anaesthesia and sedation.
To provide care
in a domiciliary setting, where appropriate
To ensure high
quality standards of evidence-based clinical care.
To maintain
accurate clinical and statistical records of all activities undertaken on
behalf of South Tyneside and Sunderland Foundation Trust (STSFT)
To promote Oral
Health Education, give preventive advice to all patients and liaise with the
oral health promotion team.
To liaise with other
community dental staff and allied health professionals in providing care for
special needs groups.
To take part in
oral screening and epidemiological data collection.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Eligible for UK Dental Performer List without conditions or restrictions
- Skills conducive to practice of dentistry
Desirable
- Experience in working with special needs groups
- Experience in community dentistry
- Experience in inhalational sedation techniques.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Excellent physical dexterity skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent
- Registered General Dental Practitioner
- Full registration with the UK General Dental Council
Desirable
- Has completed vocational training
Car Driver
Essential
- Must be able to drive and have use of own transport
Skills, Knowledge & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication/ interpersonal skills
- Committed, motivated and enthusiastic team player
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Up to date knowledge and skills in routine oral care
- IT skills
Desirable
- IT: European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Eligible for UK Dental Performer List without conditions or restrictions
- Skills conducive to practice of dentistry
Desirable
- Experience in working with special needs groups
- Experience in community dentistry
- Experience in inhalational sedation techniques.
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Excellent physical dexterity skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery or equivalent
- Registered General Dental Practitioner
- Full registration with the UK General Dental Council
Desirable
- Has completed vocational training
Car Driver
Essential
- Must be able to drive and have use of own transport
Skills, Knowledge & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication/ interpersonal skills
- Committed, motivated and enthusiastic team player
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Up to date knowledge and skills in routine oral care
- IT skills
Desirable
- IT: European Computer Driving Licence or equivalent
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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