Job summary UHBW Primary CareDentalServices Band ADentalOfficer, Part Time, 3 wte An opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Dentist to join our Primary Care Dental Service has arisen working as a Band A Dental Officer.
This post is permanent, 3 days, wte.
This is a fixed term post working in a well equipped, modern surgery.
Well supported by Senior Clinicians, highly experienced dental nurses, Operations manager and Clinical Director.
Main duties of the job You will be expected to provide high quality NHS emergency and routine care to a diverse range of patients of all ages from the locality including those patients with additional needs.
We have six site across Bristol, Bath and Weston and there may be some travelling to additional sites.
Treatment using localanaesthetic and conscious sedationasappropriate to clinical needsand theappointed candidate's clinical skills.
Oral healthassessmentand treatment of childandadult patients because of their disability, medical status, or complexity of careare consideredas having "Additional Needs"andare unable to obtaindentalcare from other NHS resources.
The post holder will be required to carry out domiciliary visitsas required,as wellasattending in-patients in local hospitalsand nursing homes.
About us University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England.
UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond.
As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact.
Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer.
UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them.
Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
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Person Specification Person Spec Criteria Essential BDS or equivalent degree (prizes, awards, distinctions) Evidence of an up to date completed CPD log Organisational skills including evidence of ability to prioritise workload.
Excellent communication skills Evidence of commitment to continuing postgraduate professional development Understanding the principles of evidence-based dentistry and evidence of application within clinical practice Full registration with the GDC Active NHS Performer Number A current Full UK driving license and car user Evidence of entitlement to live and work in the UK Desirable A relevant post graduate qualification (would be desirable) Evidence of a verified sedation (IHS/IV) performers log Evidence of changed practice through clinical audit programme.
Evidence of leadership skills, including the ability to manage support and ancillary staff Ability to lead by example and motivate a team.
Evidence of excellent professional practice in special needs dentistry to include equivalent experience of treating patients with management problems and high treatment needs Experience of working within the Salaried Dental Service with active involvement in service development Shortlisting Essential Full registration with GDC