We are looking for a capable and enthusiastic colleague to join our well-integrated Specialist Community Dental Service team at County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust to support our advisory and treatment services in Paediatric Dentistry. There is an exciting opportunity to be actively involved in the future of the Paediatric Dentistry at CDDFT and significantly contribute to the strategic and operational planning of the Service.
Candidates for the post must be registered dental practitioners, have an interest, and hold a postgraduate qualification in Conscious Sedation. The successful candidate will be on the GDC's specialist list in Paediatric Dentistry and will have completed an SAC approved two-year minimum post CCST training programme in Paediatric Dentistry and be successful at ISFE (or equivalent). Evidence of experience and teaching of Specialty trainees would be beneficial. In addition to the role, we can offer you a commitment to teaching, education, research, and audit.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to work from multiple sites within the county and provide high-quality oral health care for children with developmental, medical, and special needs who fall within the remit of the County Durham & Darlington Specialist Community Dental Services team. The post will involve the administration of treatment under Day Case GA and Sedation as appropriate. The post holder will work closely with Consultants in Paediatric Dentistry and Special Care Dentistry and as part of local multidisciplinary networks to develop patient pathways.
Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the professional and educational supervision of junior staff and nursing staff within the service.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the postgraduate teaching of dental staff and specialty trainees, dental core trainees attached to the Trust and in the training of all grades of staff.
Research activities, which are considered to be an inherent part of normal clinical duties, will be encouraged and limited research funding may be available following successful applications to the local Research and Development Committee.
The post holder is responsible for ensuring that he/she meets the GDC requirements for CPD, both internal and external. He/she will be expected to attend regularly and contribute to the MCN session held regionally.
The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance including audit arrangements in line with national and local guidelines and in respect of Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Trust in accordance with current best practice.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
* Demonstrate sensitivity to the needs of the patient groups within the Specialist Community Dental Service.
* Commitment to postgraduate education.
Experience
Essential
* Evidence of completion of approved Pre-CCST training programme in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent.
* Evidence of completion of a Deanery approved relevant training programme in a Fixed term training post in Paediatric Dentistry (post CCST training).
* Ability to offer an expert clinical opinion within the specialty.
* Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to the service.
* Experience of managing complex dental and medically compromised patients.
* Significant and current experience of managing patients under Conscious sedation and General Anaesthetic.
Desirable
* Experience of participating in Multidisciplinary Clinics with Medical specialties.
* Experience of surgical and advanced restorative procedures.
Statutory Registration
Essential
* Full GDC Registration.
* On GDC Specialist Register in Paediatric Dentistry.
Qualifications
Essential
* Full General Dental Council (GDC) registration.
* Entry on the GDC Specialist register in Paediatric Dentistry.
* Intercollegiate Speciality Fellowship Exit Examination in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent before commencing consultant post.
* Possession of Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for CCST in Paediatric Dentistry or equivalent before commencing consultant post.
Desirable
* Diploma in Conscious Sedation.
* Special skills training in Paediatric Dentistry specialty.
* Educational and clinical supervision of Specialty trainees and dentists within CDS.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
* Leadership role in Safeguarding Children and vulnerable adults.
Desirable
* Evidence of leadership training and experience.
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
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