We are looking for skilled, enthusiastic, reliable dentists to join our friendly and supportive team to provide out of hours urgent dental care for the population of Oxfordshire at East Oxford Dental Clinic, Oxford.
Working Hours:
Weekdays only. The hours are 18:30-21:30 Monday to Thursday and 18:30-22:00 Fridays.
Responsibilities:
1. Provide a full range of urgent dental care to any patient accessing the Oxfordshire Out of Hours Dental service, including priority groups, special needs children, and adults.
2. Obtain and verify a complete medical history for all patients.
3. Obtain written informed, valid consent for all invasive dental procedures from the patient or an adult with parental authority.
4. Record all aspects of clinical examination, relevant medical history, and treatment on the computerized patient management system provided.
5. Use only those materials and equipment provided by the dental service for the treatment of patients.
6. Complete all computerized and written records necessary for the reporting of clinical activity and to ensure the collection of all patient charges due.
7. Participate in clinical audit and peer review programmes.
8. Communicate any operational concerns regarding the performance of equipment, protocols, and team members.
Requirements:
1. Experience working within NHS Primary Dental Service.
2. Possess an NHS England provider number.
Follow all elements of the Oxford Health Clinical Governance policies, particularly those relating to cross infection control, Health & Safety, patient confidentiality, and data protection. Dentists will be expected to adhere to the prescribed clinical and administrative procedures.
There is free onsite parking available.
The post holder will work weekday evening sessions (3.5 hours), weekend sessions (3 or 4 hours), and/or Bank Holiday sessions (4 hours) which will be allocated on a monthly rota basis.
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