Job summary
We are seeking a Qualified Dental Therapist with good interpersonal and clinical skills to join Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust in supporting the delivery of high quality Restorative Dental Care and Orthodontic treatment on a substantive contract, 2 days per week (total of 15 hours).
The successful candidate will be a key member of the Head and Neck Multidisciplinary team providing high quality care and support to Head and Neck Cancer patients and developing care pathways for patients receiving Orthodontic treatment.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of a team and with excellent nursing support, this post will suit a Dental Therapist who is enthusiastic and committed to providing a high standard of Oral Health Care to meet current additional demands on our service. Experience of working with Head and Neck Cancer patients is essential.
Full GDC registration required.
For all enquiries please contact Matron David Baldwin on 07442 457600.
We can offer staff gymnasiums on both hospital sites, excellent pension scheme and advice on childcare.
Closing Date: 28th February 2024 (This date may change dependent on the response)
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information about the role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience
- Experience in managing patients with H&N cancer/complex medical history
- Experience in the working with the full scope of Dental Therapist as set out by the GDC
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Able to communicate in written English to the appropriate standard necessary
- Able to communicate in lay terms, technical information to patients
- Able to create a treatment plan within the scope of practice
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Mentoring/teaching peers or those undergoing training
- Excellent organisational and time keeping skills
- Postgraduate Diploma/Masters Qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of patients experience strategies
- Up to date knowledge of IRMER
- Up to date knowledge of dealing with medical emergencies
- Understanding of national initiatives affecting the NHS and frontline staff
- Up to date with the GDC's CPD requirements
- Knowledge of staff engagement strategies that support clinical practice and frontline clinical staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Certificate in Dental Hygiene
- Full registration with the GDC
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post qualification experience
- Experience in managing patients with H&N cancer/complex medical history
- Experience in the working with the full scope of Dental Therapist as set out by the GDC
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Able to communicate in written English to the appropriate standard necessary
- Able to communicate in lay terms, technical information to patients
- Able to create a treatment plan within the scope of practice
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Mentoring/teaching peers or those undergoing training
- Excellent organisational and time keeping skills
- Postgraduate Diploma/Masters Qualification or equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of patients experience strategies
- Up to date knowledge of IRMER
- Up to date knowledge of dealing with medical emergencies
- Understanding of national initiatives affecting the NHS and frontline staff
- Up to date with the GDC's CPD requirements
- Knowledge of staff engagement strategies that support clinical practice and frontline clinical staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Certificate in Dental Hygiene
- Full registration with the GDC
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).
