Dental Therapist

Central London Community Health Trust

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within CLCH Community & Specialist Dental Service to join our team for a two-year fixed-term dental therapy post.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and adaptable dental therapist to join our highly motivated, professional, and supportive team.

The post-holder will deliver clinical dental therapy, preventive oral health care, and oral health promotion to patients within the clinic and domiciliary settings as well as take part in the oral health improvement pilot in care homes.

Applicants must be GDC registered.

For an informal discussion please contact Simin Rounagh on 07423792855 or email simin.rounagh@nhs.net.

Main duties of the job

The Community and Specialist Dental services provide dental care for children and adults with extra needs or patients who are referred for specialist dental procedures.

The post holder will be an inclusive part of the Dental Therapy team and support the development of Dental Therapy services in CLCH.

Provision of a specific range of permitted clinical treatments for patients as defined in the scope of a therapist by the General Dental Council in clinics as well as domiciliary settings for housebound patients when required.

Demonstrate highly professional clinical and preventive oral health skills whilst showing empathy to the requirements of different groups and individuals.

About us

Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
Support with gaining your driving license *T&C's apply
Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
Flexible working options
Annual travel card loan
Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Date posted

21 November 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£42,471 to £50,364 a year Per Annum, inclusive of HCAS pro rata (part time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

24 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

824-INNER-10628

Job locations

St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing

London

W10 6DZ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate the professional knowledge and competent skills acquired through the diploma/BSc degree in Dental Therapy
Perform the full range of clinical dental therapy procedures currently permitted under General Dental Council regulations working from a written treatment plan from the dentist/specialist dentist/ consultant
Intra and extra-oral assessment
Record indices and monitor dental disease
Scaling and polishing of teeth
Take dental radiographs
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Demonstrate the professional knowledge and competent skills acquired through the diploma/BSc degree in Dental Therapy
Perform the full range of clinical dental therapy procedures currently permitted under General Dental Council regulations working from a written treatment plan from the dentist/specialist dentist/ consultant
Intra and extra-oral assessment
Record indices and monitor dental disease
Scaling and polishing of teeth
Take dental radiographs
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

Degree/Diploma in Dental Therapy
Current registration with the General Dental Council
Membership in a Medical Defence organisation

Desirable

Qualification in IHS sedation

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

Degree/Diploma in Dental Therapy
Current registration with the General Dental Council
Membership in a Medical Defence organisation

Desirable

Qualification in IHS 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.