Job summary
We are excited to be able to invite applications for a Dental
Therapist to join our Community Dental Service in South Tyneside, Sunderland
and Gateshead and are looking for a caring, motivated and enthusiastic Dental
Therapist to join our friendly team in a supportive environment.
This
is a permanent part time (22.5 hours) position, working 6 sessions per week.
If
you would like to visit one of our dental clinics prior to your application for
a chat and to meet some of the team, we would be delighted to arrange this for
you and welcome you to contact David Newell, Directorate Manager via mobile:
07934000770 or email:David.newell2@nhs.net.
Main duties of the job
This
is a clinical post providing dental care to patients of the Community Dental
Service within the South of Tyne and Wear.
Working
as part of a team, you will provide care for our service users, those patients
with dental needs outside of general dental practice (GDP) care.
The
service provides care for adults and children with Additional Needs and Learning
Disabilities, including medically compromised patients who require treatment in
a specialised setting.
The
post will be based at one of our clinics in South Tyneside, Sunderland or
Gateshead, although there will be a need to travel to and work from any of our
sites.
As
a new team-mate and individual colleague, you will be very well supported in
every aspect of your role. We have empowered teams, experienced line management
and exceptional clinical supervision with exciting opportunities for continued
professional development.
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 FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post holder
will be expected to carry out a variety of clinical and administrative duties
within the Community Dental Service, including the provision of oral care for
priority groups.
Dental
care will include a full range of dental treatment within the competencies and
scope of a dental Therapist as defined Scope of Practice and as set out in the
General Dental Council (Professions Complementary to Dentistry) (Dental
Hygienists and Dental Therapists) Regulations 2013. Dental Therapists work
under a written prescription from a Dental Officer employed by the Trust.
Communicate with people in a manner that is
appropriate to purpose and consistent with their level of understanding,
background, culture and preferred way of communicating.
Communicate
with Dental Laboratories and other health care professionals regarding patient
care and prosthetic devices.
Maintain
appropriate records ensuring compliance with the agreed record keeping systems
of the Trust, including completion of NHS Dental Forms.
Obtain
informed consent where appropriate and document in accordance with Trust
procedures.
Obtain
sensitive personal, social and medical information, often of a complex nature;
and in situations where interpreters may be necessary or where patients have
learning and communication difficulties. It will be necessary to explain
medical and dental information in everyday language and terms so that
interpreters can translate for patients.
Assess
and prepare patients referred to the Dental Service as part of Episodes of
Care/Courses of Treatment (including but not restricted to severe phobics and
the highly emotionally disturbed, patients with special needs and those in
severe pain seeking emergency care). Cope with highly emotive and sometimes
frequent hostile interactions with distressed patients and members of the
public.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
The post holder
will be expected to carry out a variety of clinical and administrative duties
within the Community Dental Service, including the provision of oral care for
priority groups.
Dental
care will include a full range of dental treatment within the competencies and
scope of a dental Therapist as defined Scope of Practice and as set out in the
General Dental Council (Professions Complementary to Dentistry) (Dental
Hygienists and Dental Therapists) Regulations 2013. Dental Therapists work
under a written prescription from a Dental Officer employed by the Trust.
Communicate with people in a manner that is
appropriate to purpose and consistent with their level of understanding,
background, culture and preferred way of communicating.
Communicate
with Dental Laboratories and other health care professionals regarding patient
care and prosthetic devices.
Maintain
appropriate records ensuring compliance with the agreed record keeping systems
of the Trust, including completion of NHS Dental Forms.
Obtain
informed consent where appropriate and document in accordance with Trust
procedures.
Obtain
sensitive personal, social and medical information, often of a complex nature;
and in situations where interpreters may be necessary or where patients have
learning and communication difficulties. It will be necessary to explain
medical and dental information in everyday language and terms so that
interpreters can translate for patients.
Assess
and prepare patients referred to the Dental Service as part of Episodes of
Care/Courses of Treatment (including but not restricted to severe phobics and
the highly emotionally disturbed, patients with special needs and those in
severe pain seeking emergency care). Cope with highly emotive and sometimes
frequent hostile interactions with distressed patients and members of the
public.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing dental treatment and preventive care for patients with complex special needs; ease anxiety and tension in nervous patients; resolve conflict.
- Experience of working in a constantly changing environment
- Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development and currency within GDC requirements.
- Experience of dental software (R4 or similar) across networks.
Desirable
- Experience in Community dentistry.
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Dental Therapy (or equivalent registerable qualification)
- Inhalation sedation certificate (or expectation to work towards)
- Current full Registration as Dental Therapist (+/- Dental Hygiene) with General Dental Council
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication/ interpersonal skills
- Committed, motivated and enthusiastic team player
- Sensitive to the needs of priority patient groups
- Good organisational skills
- Up to date knowledge and skills in routine oral care
- IT skills Microsoft office programmes
Desirable
- Knowledge of electronic patient record systems.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Car driver with access to own vehicle
- Ability to carry out the full range of dental skills
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods whilst undertaking dental assessment and treatment
- Ability to manoeuvre patients using mechanical aids.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of providing dental treatment and preventive care for patients with complex special needs; ease anxiety and tension in nervous patients; resolve conflict.
- Experience of working in a constantly changing environment
- Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development and currency within GDC requirements.
- Experience of dental software (R4 or similar) across networks.
Desirable
- Experience in Community dentistry.
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma in Dental Therapy (or equivalent registerable qualification)
- Inhalation sedation certificate (or expectation to work towards)
- Current full Registration as Dental Therapist (+/- Dental Hygiene) with General Dental Council
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication/ interpersonal skills
- Committed, motivated and enthusiastic team player
- Sensitive to the needs of priority patient groups
- Good organisational skills
- Up to date knowledge and skills in routine oral care
- IT skills Microsoft office programmes
Desirable
- Knowledge of electronic patient record systems.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Car driver with access to own vehicle
- Ability to carry out the full range of dental skills
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods whilst undertaking dental assessment and treatment
- Ability to manoeuvre patients using mechanical aids.
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 (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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 (opens in a new window).
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