Job summary
KING'S COLLEGE HOSPITAL NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Specialty Dentist in Oral and Maxillofacial SurgeryFull time/Job share
KCH invites applications for the position of Specialty Dentist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery post, based at Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup.
The post holder will be involved in:
- The provision of Minor Oral Surgery procedures under Local anaesthetic, with and without intravenous sedation.
- To assist with the provision of Day Case Surgery procedures under general anaesthesia..
- To assist in the surgical treatment of patients requiring the removal of dermatological lesions of the head and neck.
- To provide pastoral care to Foundation Year trainees and to be responsible for their Annual Leave co-ordination.
- To offer induction, supervision and training to Foundation trainees while based at Queen Mary's.
Applicants must be fully registered with the General Dental Council, have a minimum of 3 years post qualification experience. The post holder must have experience in Oral Surgery
Further information can be obtained from Mr J Osher Clinical Lead, Consultant in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Main duties of the job
Clinical Services in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup are delivered in a multidisciplinary environment in partnership with the departments of Orthodontics, Oral medicine and Restorative Dentistry.
The service delivered by the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery department at Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup is based on the extensive use of local anaesthesia with and without intravenous sedation, day case general anaesthesia and in-patient facilities at the Denmark Hill site.
About us
King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Together with the other clinical staff, to provide a service for all Oral Surgery patients at King's. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.
To supervise and teach junior members of the OMFS team
To contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework where possible
To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff
To be responsible, with management support, for your personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
To be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control
To be accountable for implementation of the Code of Practice within own department/area of responsibility
To prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence based practice and maintaining patient safety
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Together with the other clinical staff, to provide a service for all Oral Surgery patients at King's. This includes all aspects of treatment and relevant management duties for the proper functioning of the department.
To supervise and teach junior members of the OMFS team
To contribute to departmental research interests in accordance with the Trusts R&D framework where possible
To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff
To be responsible, with management support, for your personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
To be aware of, and comply with, all Trust infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene. To undertake annual training/updates in infection prevention and control
To be accountable for implementation of the Code of Practice within own department/area of responsibility
To prepare for and undertake the protective interventions that you are responsible for in a manner that is consistent with evidence based practice and maintaining patient safety
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
- Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCT in Oral Surgery
- Familiarity with the planning and management of patients' surgical requirements using local and general anaesthesia and appropriate sedation techniques
Desirable
- Previous hospital posts
- Experience of IV sedation
Person Specification
Essential and Desirable
Essential
- Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
- Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCT in Oral Surgery
- Familiarity with the planning and management of patients' surgical requirements using local and general anaesthesia and appropriate sedation techniques
Desirable
- Previous hospital posts
- Experience of IV sedation
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
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).
