Job summary
The post holder will provide a wide range of clinical dental therapy, oral health promotion and preventative oral health care including all extended duties appropriate to a registered dental therapist, as requested by dentists within the service. The work will be carried out primarily within clinics but may include domiciliary care. Patients will include adults and children with additional needs, phobics and patients with learning and physical disabilities.
This post will be based at East Oxford Dental Clinic but there will be a requirement to work across different dental clinics depending on service need.
Main duties of the job
- To provide a wide range of dental treatment to children and special care adults, appropriate to a registered dental therapist at the request of dentists working within Oxfordshire Community Dental Services (OCDS).To provide dental treatment in line with the GDC scope of practice for dental therapists.
- To produce and maintain accurate records of dental care, using computer systems within the service, complete appropriate NHS forms (eg FP17s forms) and assist with the data collection for service monitoring.To actively participate in clinical audit programmes, peer review and clinical governance initiatives.
- To develop good communication with all members of the dental teams and referring practitioners.
- Undertake training provided within OCDS and demonstrate commitment to continuing dental education.
- To assist in organisational duties to ensure the smooth running of the immediate clinic and extended dental services.
About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are: "Caring, safe and excellent"
We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
o Excellent opportunities for career progressiono Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and developmento 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous serviceo NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailerso Competitive pension schemeo Lease car schemeo Cycle to work schemeo Employee Assistance Programmeo Mental Health First Aiderso Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply)o Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.
The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.
We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. We kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of their experience and must take care to ensure the use of AI tools does not generate an application that does not accurately reflect their knowledge, skills and values.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current and future changes in the dental profession
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Dental Therapy
- Full registration with GDC as Dental Therapist
Desirable
- Trained to undertake additional therapy duties
- Oral Health Promotion experience
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills including clear and accurate written skills
- Good patient management skills
- Modern skills of dental therapy and hygiene
- Willingness to learn new skills
Desirable
- Competency at treating patients with inhalation sedation
- Experience with using R4 computer software
Experience
Essential
- Experience of treating a wide range of adults and children
Desirable
- Experience of dental therapy/dental hygiene in different settings
- Post qualification experience
- Experience of treating patients with additional needs
- Experience of NHS work
Personal qualities
Essential
- Commitment to a high standard of patient care
- Able to work as a member of a team
- Patient, calm and able to work under pressure
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites and to regional meetings
- Willing to work extended hours in the future
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of current and future changes in the dental profession
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Dental Therapy
- Full registration with GDC as Dental Therapist
Desirable
- Trained to undertake additional therapy duties
- Oral Health Promotion experience
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills including clear and accurate written skills
- Good patient management skills
- Modern skills of dental therapy and hygiene
- Willingness to learn new skills
Desirable
- Competency at treating patients with inhalation sedation
- Experience with using R4 computer software
Experience
Essential
- Experience of treating a wide range of adults and children
Desirable
- Experience of dental therapy/dental hygiene in different settings
- Post qualification experience
- Experience of treating patients with additional needs
- Experience of NHS work
Personal qualities
Essential
- Commitment to a high standard of patient care
- Able to work as a member of a team
- Patient, calm and able to work under pressure
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites and to regional meetings
- Willing to work extended hours in the future
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).
