Job summary
An opportunity has arisen within the Royal National Ear, Nose & Throat Hospital & Eastman Dental Hospital for sessional full or part time Specialty Doctor posts in Periodontology . If you are an enthusiastic individual looking for a change and want to join a dynamic unit at the forefront of Periodontology, then this is the job for you.
The 11.5 PA equivalent posts are substantive and available to start immediately. It is based at the Royal National ENT& Eastman Dental Hospitals, part of the Specialist Hospitals Board of University College London hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Successful applicants will join an established team in providing a wide range of periodontal services including treatment, teaching and research. Applicants will be expected to be innovative in their thinking with a dynamic approach to patient care and training. They will be expected to have skills in routine and advanced management of periodontal patients including the provision of periodontal and implant surgery. The postholder will be expected to start to demonstrate teamwork, and management attributes including excellent communication skills.
Main duties of the job
University College London Hospitals is seeking to appoint a full time and/or part time Specialty Doctor in Periodontology or Restorative Dentistry with a specific interest in Periodontology starting with immediate effect. The individual will be dedicated to excellence in education and the provision of high-quality patient care and delivery of performance targets with a deep understanding and ability of managing patients and learners with of complex needs.
The post-holder will be expected to show drive and initiative towards patient care putting the patient first in line with the Trust core values. The post-holder will be expected to have a high level of knowledge and expertise in the field of Periodontology. The post-holder should demonstrate a high-quality approach to patient management. As the post-holder will be an integral part of the departmental team, the ability to lead and work as a team member is essential.
Participation in activities such as clinical effectiveness relating to patient management is essential as well as sharing in the administrative tasks in the Department and Division. The post holder will be expected to work closely with the Clinical Lead. The post-holder will be expected to undertake mandatory training in line with the requirements of the Department and the Trust.
It is anticipated that the successful candidates will take up their appointment at the earliest opportunity.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
*In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the second year in a row.
UCLH top trust to work at in England for the second year running! University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Once again, UCLH has received the highest score of all general acute and acute/community NHS trusts in England for staff that would recommend us as a place to work.
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full Registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council
- BDS or Equivalent
- On the GDC's specialist Register for Periodontology or Restorative Dentistry within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion
- Successful completion of an SAC approved training programme in Periodontology
- Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Periodontics at the date of interview or within 6 months of interview
- NB: Non UK trained doctors must be on the GDC register and Specialist Register in Restorative Dentistry and/or Periodontics by date of interview.
Desirable
- MClinDent or Membership in Periodontology or equivalent
- Teaching and training qualification
- Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent.
- Compliance with the 7 professional domains for Educational and Clinical supervisors
Experience
Essential
- Proficient and competent in the non surgical and surgical management and treatment of patients with advanced periodontal disease
- High level of experience in undertaking periodontal surgical procedures including minor augmentation, mucogingival and regenerative
- Application and analysis including self-reflective practice on treatment outcome
- Understanding and experience of clinical supervision of simple surgical procedures
Desirable
- Considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of patients with periodontal treatment needs including multidisciplinary care within restorative dentistry and through other disciplines
- Understanding and application of evidence- based practice in management of patients
- Knowledge and understanding of the interface of periodontology with other disciplines
- Demonstrable experience of teaching general dental practitioners, postgraduates, and junior staff
- Evidence of research activities eg publications or participation in clinical research
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Communicates with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate
- Takes responsibility and seeks advice before making decisions and exerts appropriate authority.
- Sees patients/learners as people, ability to empathize and work co-operatively with others.
- Demonstrable evidence of team working
Desirable
- Demonstrates Innovation and enthusiasm in implementing changes
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
Communication
Essential
- Experience in presenting finding to patients, teams and learners using diplomacy and empathy
- Shows a compassionate and considerate manner when imparting bad news
- Communicates clearly in writing and verbally
Desirable
- Illustrates an understanding of giving feedback constructively to learners and others
- Experience in speaking and presenting at meetings
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Infection control: risk to self and others
Essential
- Understands the awareness of policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. and demonstratable evidence of infection prevention and control
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of experience with governance and audit and its impact on patient care and training
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Full Registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council
- BDS or Equivalent
- On the GDC's specialist Register for Periodontology or Restorative Dentistry within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion
- Successful completion of an SAC approved training programme in Periodontology
- Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Periodontics at the date of interview or within 6 months of interview
- NB: Non UK trained doctors must be on the GDC register and Specialist Register in Restorative Dentistry and/or Periodontics by date of interview.
Desirable
- MClinDent or Membership in Periodontology or equivalent
- Teaching and training qualification
- Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent.
- Compliance with the 7 professional domains for Educational and Clinical supervisors
Experience
Essential
- Proficient and competent in the non surgical and surgical management and treatment of patients with advanced periodontal disease
- High level of experience in undertaking periodontal surgical procedures including minor augmentation, mucogingival and regenerative
- Application and analysis including self-reflective practice on treatment outcome
- Understanding and experience of clinical supervision of simple surgical procedures
Desirable
- Considerable experience in the diagnosis and management of patients with periodontal treatment needs including multidisciplinary care within restorative dentistry and through other disciplines
- Understanding and application of evidence- based practice in management of patients
- Knowledge and understanding of the interface of periodontology with other disciplines
- Demonstrable experience of teaching general dental practitioners, postgraduates, and junior staff
- Evidence of research activities eg publications or participation in clinical research
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Communicates with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate
- Takes responsibility and seeks advice before making decisions and exerts appropriate authority.
- Sees patients/learners as people, ability to empathize and work co-operatively with others.
- Demonstrable evidence of team working
Desirable
- Demonstrates Innovation and enthusiasm in implementing changes
Values
Essential
- Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving
Communication
Essential
- Experience in presenting finding to patients, teams and learners using diplomacy and empathy
- Shows a compassionate and considerate manner when imparting bad news
- Communicates clearly in writing and verbally
Desirable
- Illustrates an understanding of giving feedback constructively to learners and others
- Experience in speaking and presenting at meetings
Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Demonstratable understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion and Knowledge of the NHS obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and the Public Sector Equality Duties
Infection control: risk to self and others
Essential
- Understands the awareness of policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. and demonstratable evidence of infection prevention and control
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Evidence of experience with governance and audit and its impact on patient care and training
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals, UCLH
47-49 Huntley Street
London
WC1E 6DG
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
