Job summary Golden Hello incentive payment of 20,000 applicable to this role. (T&C's apply enquire within) An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band B Senior Dental Officer post at our Cowes Special Care Dental Service within the Solent NHS Trust. Are you enthusiastic, flexible, reliable team player with excellent communication skills? We are looking for an experienced and motivated dentist to join our dynamic Special Care Dental Service to deliver routine and urgent dental care to patients, adults and children who are unable to access care in the General Dental Services due to their additional needs, social and behavioural limitations, domiciliary dental needs, anxiety management and bariatric care. Care will be provided to patients referred to or under long-term care of the service, under local anaesthesia, inhalation, intravenous or intranasal sedation and general anaesthesia where appropriate. We are offering the chance to work in our dental surgeries with support of experienced dental nurses and Therapists to assist you in achieving your UDA target and working within NHS Regulations. There will be opportunities for the post holder to develop special interests and they will be supported by an enthusiastic and dedicated team, including Specialists in Special Care Dentistry, Paediatric Dentistry and GA/Sedation. You are required to be GDC registered and have an active performer number. Main duties of the job Patient examination and diagnosis Undertake thorough examination of patients and provide a Dental Care Assessment. Treatment planning and patient management Plan and manage where there are complex medical co-morbidities or the situation requires the involvement of other professionals and/or carers to resolve complex patient management issues. Clinical duties in relation to comprehensive dental screening, survey and treatment services, including emergency treatment for patients requiring Special Care Dentistry and Specialist Occasional Care. This may of necessity vary with time to meet changing needs. Dental Care may be provided from a variety of clinic premises, including mobile clinics and may involve domiciliary visits where appropriate. It is normal for this post to treat patients in wheelchairs using the wheelchair recliner, including bariatric patients, and to be able to use hoists. Medical and dental emergencies 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. Keep up to date with developments in this area and/or be able to advise other members of the team. Take responsibility for organising the training and resources for the acute management of medical emergencies within the immediate team and/or apart of the service. About us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, combining the expertise and services of multiple NHS providers to deliver high-quality healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With a dedicated workforce exceeding 12,000 staff and a footprint that spans more than 200 sites across Hampshire, we offer an extensive range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health care, reaching diverse communities across urban, rural, and coastal areas. We are committed to delivering care with compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, ensuring that our patients and service users are at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with our partners, we're creating a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that champions staff development, well-being, and collaboration. Join us and be part of an organisation dedicated to delivering exceptional healthcare; where your skills and ambitions can make a real difference to the communities we serve, now and in the future. Date posted 21 August 2024 Pay scheme Other Salary £74,126 to £86,701 a year Pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 449-Team3-1715 Job locations Cowes Special Care Dental Service 200 Newport Road Cowes Isle of Wight Isle of Wight PO31 7ER Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Job description Job responsibilities Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current full Registration as Dental Surgeon with General Dental Council Foundation (Vocational) Training / equivalence and current Performers List number Experience Essential Experience of organising, managing and running clinics and support staff Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development and currency within GDC requirements Experience of dental software (R4 or similar) Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current full Registration as Dental Surgeon with General Dental Council Foundation (Vocational) Training / equivalence and current Performers List number Experience Essential Experience of organising, managing and running clinics and support staff Evidence of commitment to continuous professional development and currency within GDC requirements Experience of dental software (R4 or similar) 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. 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. 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 Solent NHS Trust Address Cowes Special Care Dental Service 200 Newport Road Cowes Isle of Wight Isle of Wight PO31 7ER Employer's website https://www.solent.nhs.uk/join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)