Dental Therapist / Hygienist

City Health Care Partnership CIC

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Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Dental Therapist to support our dental team across the East Riding sites, the successful candidate has the advantage of working salaried fulltime/part time, we will also support with a daily rate if preferred.

Working flexibly will also be taken into consideration.

Main duties of the job

To develop team dentistry applying appropriate specialised skills to a wide range of patients including dental phobic patients.

To provide evidence-based preventive dental treatment in a GDS setting to a cross section of the public who have difficulty accessing dental treatment

To work as part of a multi-skilled team providing individual customised specialist oral health advice andinstruction.

To deliver foundation training to Dental Therapist/Hygienists within a GDS setting. To deliver mentor training to undergraduate Dental Therapy/ Hygiene students within a GDS setting.

To work according to the GDC Scope of Practice for Dental Therapists including Direct Access, working alongside locally implemented Patient Group Directives.

About us

At CHCP, we're passionate about people and we know that you are too, that's why we're here isn't it? We recognise that high quality care is delivered by high quality professionals who are appreciated, respected and supported, which is why we want to give all our colleagues the chance to shine.

Work with us and you'll be more than just a number. Our people are our shareholders and their thoughts and opinions are always heard;at CHCP you have a real voice.

Compassion is at the heart of our business; we're a team of nearly 2,500 colleagues who work together to deliver first-class healthcare to thousands of people living in Hull, the East Riding, Knowsley and St Helens. Local diversity demands diverse roles, that's why we have vacancies to suit everybody. No matter your role at CHCP, we'll support you to thrive.

As the 13th largest social enterprise in the UK, we're pioneering the move towards independent service delivery. Join us on our journey and help us make history.

Date posted

22 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year pa/pr

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

810-6326513

Job locations

TBC

Hull

HU3 4AE


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specification attached to this job advert for full details on the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma in Dental Therapy
  • GDC Registered Dental Therapist with post registered qualification in extended skills to allow the administration of inferior dental blocks, direct access, clinical examination and IRMER radiograph interpretation and reporting.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • Training in the use of moving and handling equipment or willingness to undertake this
  • Hold or currently working towards Conscious Sedation Administration Training
  • Basic Life Support training or willingness to undertake this

Knowledge

Essential

  • In depth understanding of oral Health
  • Understanding of dental legislation and its application
  • Maintain clinical registration and CPD to develop own capabilities and create culture of shared learning
  • Working knowledge of equipment for the administration of oxygen and in the use of the standard emergency drug kit including CPR and use of a defibrillator
  • Have a working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
  • Good computer skills

Desirable

  • Thorough understanding of the importance of meeting CQC outcomes

Experience

Essential

  • Delivering high quality clinical standards
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to use tact, diplomacy and empathy
  • Proven ability to work within a team and to work under own initiative
  • Good organisational skills & ability to prioritise Ability to work autonomously
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Diploma in Dental Therapy
  • GDC Registered Dental Therapist with post registered qualification in extended skills to allow the administration of inferior dental blocks, direct access, clinical examination and IRMER radiograph interpretation and reporting.
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • Training in the use of moving and handling equipment or willingness to undertake this
  • Hold or currently working towards Conscious Sedation Administration Training
  • Basic Life Support training or willingness to undertake this

Knowledge

Essential

  • In depth understanding of oral Health
  • Understanding of dental legislation and its application
  • Maintain clinical registration and CPD to develop own capabilities and create culture of shared learning
  • Working knowledge of equipment for the administration of oxygen and in the use of the standard emergency drug kit including CPR and use of a defibrillator
  • Have a working knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
  • Good computer skills

Desirable

  • Thorough understanding of the importance of meeting CQC outcomes

Experience

Essential

  • Delivering high quality clinical standards
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to use tact, diplomacy and empathy
  • Proven ability to work within a team and to work under own initiative
  • Good organisational skills & ability to prioritise Ability to work autonomously

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

City Health Care Partnership CIC

Address

TBC

Hull

HU3 4AE


Employer's website

https://www.chcpcic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

City Health Care Partnership CIC

Address

TBC

Hull

HU3 4AE


Employer's website

https://www.chcpcic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Marie Pygott

marie.pygott@nhs.net

01482336017

Date posted

22 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£43,742 to £50,056 a year pa/pr

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

810-6326513

Job locations

TBC

Hull

HU3 4AE


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