Job summary
The senior therapist is an integral part of the workforce within the dental services in primary care.
The post holder will:o Be responsible for the delivery of advanced, highly specialist and complex dental care.o Works largely autonomously, referring to Dental consultants where deemed necessary or at pre agreed intervals.o Will have a responsibility to supervise clinical training at a specialist level for other clinical staff and provide professionaladvice based on clinical experience and training.o Must be prepared to communicate teaching and development goals to other staff both within the clinic and as part of awider teaching programme.o Undertake these teaching, supervision mentoring and assessment roles where required and promotes a culture of learning.o Provide direct access when appropriate. To include preparation of treatment plans to ensure the delivery of effective dentalcare.o Often be the first point of contact for patients who are undergoing treatment.o Responsible for alerting the supervising consultant to any concerns highlighted by the patient or indeed noted by thetherapist themselves.Although accountable to the dental Consultant for ensuring safe and effective clinical care and patient management, the jobholder is accountable for their own actions without direct supervision.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesPlanning and Designo The Therapist is responsible for the organisation and running of clinics and is also responsible for a wide range of supportsystems in place such as language line, which contribute to an effective and successful patient experience:.o Responsible for planning and organising:? Own workload? Prioritising patient appointments? Clinical diaries and liaison with consultants
Operationalo Responsible for a group of patients undergoing complex, highly specialised, multidisciplinary dental treatment.o Use advanced knowledge and skills to assess clinical situations and select and adapt appropriate complex techniques toadapt the treatment to the specific needs of the patient.o Provide a range of specialised dental care within Hospital and other peripheral settings.o Responsible for prolonged periods of time undertaking detailed work with high levels of precision and accuracy. Usehighly developed physical skills to use a range of precision tools and equipment for dentistry intervention. Routine use ofexpensive specialised equipment.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details in relation to this post please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details in relation to this post please click on the supporting documents section to find the full job description and person specification.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Dental Therapy.
- Registered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Therapist.
- Certified Competence of Extended duties.
- Member of an appropriate medical protection society.
- Use of the English language to a high level as an integral part of excellent, effective written and verbal communication.
Desirable
- Evidence of further Education.
- Ability to overcome language and communication barriers.
- Knowledge of the Hospital, general and community dentistry.
Essential Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of treating a range of patients with special care requirements, requiring complex treatments
- Proven leadership skills in managing change in clinical settings.
- Can demonstrate a good record of achievement in developing clinical practice.
Desirable
- Experience of dental therapy practice in a GDS, Community Dental Service or Hospital Service.
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Experience of working as part of, and lead a small team.
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used.
- Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
- Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups.
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Shows empathy and compassion towards others
- Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect.
- Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough.
- Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
Other essential crteria
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area. Able to work hours flexibly.
- Current clean full driving licence.
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Childrens Barred List check (as relevant to the Post).
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge
Essential
- Diploma or Degree in Dental Therapy.
- Registered with the General Dental Council as a Dental Therapist.
- Certified Competence of Extended duties.
- Member of an appropriate medical protection society.
- Use of the English language to a high level as an integral part of excellent, effective written and verbal communication.
Desirable
- Evidence of further Education.
- Ability to overcome language and communication barriers.
- Knowledge of the Hospital, general and community dentistry.
Essential Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of treating a range of patients with special care requirements, requiring complex treatments
- Proven leadership skills in managing change in clinical settings.
- Can demonstrate a good record of achievement in developing clinical practice.
Desirable
- Experience of dental therapy practice in a GDS, Community Dental Service or Hospital Service.
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Experience of working as part of, and lead a small team.
- Able to demonstrate situations where effective leadership and management skills have been used.
- Able to demonstrate tact and diplomacy when working with others
Desirable
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
- Evidence of undertaking presentation to groups.
Essential Aptitude and abilities
Essential
- Shows empathy and compassion towards others
- Sees and treats others as individuals (patient, families, colleagues) and treats people with dignity and respect.
- Shows resilience, adaptability and flexible approach as situations arise and positivity when times are tough.
- Motivated to use initiative to recognise problems and seek solutions whilst understanding the importance of empowering and enabling others (patients, families, colleagues).
Other essential crteria
Essential
- Ability to travel within geographical area. Able to work hours flexibly.
- Current clean full driving licence.
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults and Childrens Barred List check (as relevant to the Post).
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).
