Cambridgeshire Community Services NHS Trust
We are looking for an enthusiastic dentist to join our emergency dental service which operates across Cambridgeshire.
The post holder will work adhoc sessions Monday - Friday when required. All clinics are modern, airy and have digital x-ray systems. We are very proud of the services we provide to our patients and this role is vital to support safe and compassionate care.
The successful candidate will provide dental care to patients requiring emergency dental treatment, supported by our team of dental healthcare professionals, a clinical lead and a wider leadership team. This exciting and varied role will include emergency care on a domiciliary basis.
Should we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than advertised.
Main duties of the job
* To provide a full range of dental care to patients of the Dental HealthCare Suffolk Special Care Dental Service, including priority and vulnerable groups meeting special care service criteria, and children and adults with moderate-severe anxiety.
* Completion of fieldwork for dental epidemiological surveys.
Job responsibilities
* To provide emergency dental care to patients and visitors in line with clinical standards.
* Undertakes thorough examination and assessment of the patient, offering treatment options and their respective risks and benefits.
* Support telephone triage and remote prescribing when required, following the Antimicrobial Stewardship and prescribing guidance for dental services.
* Domiciliary visits may be required for patients who have an emergency/urgent dental problem who are unable to leave their homes.
* Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates programmes to prevent disease and promote health in target groups within the population.
* Can identify commonly occurring medical emergencies and lead the dental team in the appropriate first line management of the emergency, using appropriate techniques, equipment and drugs.
* Keeps up to date with developments in this area.
* Uses appropriate local anaesthetic and patient management approaches to control pain and anxiety during dental treatment.
* Undertakes the diagnosis, selection of appropriate periodontal techniques and delivery of periodontal care in an effective way.
* Undertakes the diagnosis, selection of appropriate restorative technique and delivery of restoration or replacement of teeth in an effective way.
* Routine exodontias and/or simple surgical exodontias.
* Undertakes appropriate assessment of patients to determine the need for specialist advice, onward referral.
* Undertakes appropriate investigations during the patient examination to determine the need for specialist advice.
* Shows empathy when dealing with patients, carers and families.
* Aware of responsibilities to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors and staff.
* Responsible for safe working practice on a day-to-day basis, ensuring that all clinical activity complies with clinical governance and legislation.
* Completes clinical notes in accordance with the Trust's policy.
* Reports any incidents/near misses on the Trust's reporting system (Datix).
* Undertakes any reasonable duties that the Clinical Lead/Service Lead requests.
* Participates in team meetings, peer review and clinical audit.
* Actively seeks to improve patient experiences and outcomes.
* Offers suggestions to improve the quality and development of services.
* Travels within the district and holds a valid driving licence.
* Ensures that continuing professional development training needs are met in consultation with the Clinical lead/Service Lead.
* Is a good team member who listens to and supports colleagues at all levels.
* Understands own prejudices and biases and challenges any inappropriate behaviour witnessed in the workplace.
* Role models Trust values and behaviours.
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and may be reviewed to ensure that the arrangements meet the needs of the service.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
* Registerable Dental Qualification e.g. BDS/LDS
* NHS Performer number & GDC Registration
Experience
* Completion of dental foundation training / Vocational Training Equivalence
* Experience in providing emergency care
Skills
* Teamworking
* A high degree of tact and patience is required to work with patients who are sometimes challenging
* Skilled in management of anxious patients
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.
Address
Dental HealthCare, Brookfields Health Centre
Salary
£50,512 to £75,767 a year, per annum, pro-rata
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Reference number
448-AMB-6536368
Job locations
Dental HealthCare, Brookfields Health Centre
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