Job summary
We are delighted to be able to offer an opportunity for a full time consultant (10PA) in Restorative Dentistry to join the team at Newcastle Dental Hospital to support us with our specialist advisory and treatment services.
We are looking for an enthusiastic clinician with experience in multidisciplinary working who will support the head and neck oncology, implant and cleft service as well as contribute to general restorative diagnostic clinics. The post holder will be expected to undertake new patient activity and treatment to support departmental patient activity targets. They will be expected to provide consultant cover as and when necessary and deliver clinical dental education to trainees.
We offer excellent clinical facilities, with appropriate laboratory, nursing and multi-disciplinary team support on-site.
Candidates for the post must be registered dental practitioners, have completed specialist training in Restorative Dentistry with a CCST and have been successful at ISFE (or equivalent).
Main duties of the job
Clinical:
To provide clinical services for patients attending the Restorative Dental services of the Trust
To deliver dental services in accordance with the Job Purpose
Undertake clinical teaching and supervision of Junior Dental Staff including undergraduate students.
Provide Consultant Cover and clinical supervision for Junior Dental colleagues in the Directorate as necessary
Managerial:
Play an active role in the day-to-day organisation and delivery of specialist clinical services as part of the consultant team.
Participate in clinical audit, governance and quality improvement activities and continuous development of the Restorative department, the Dental Directorate and Trust in accordance with the strategic aims of these groups
About us
For an informal discussion and further information regarding the opportunity and Directorate, please contact: Mrs Margaret Corson (Clinical Specialty Lead) on 0191 282 0438, or via email at margaret.corson@nhs.net or Dr Graham Walton, Clinical Director on 0191 282 4537 or via e-mail at graham.walton2@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
The primary aim of this 1.0 WTE appointment as Consultant in Restorative Dentistry (10 programmed activities) is to join the existing well-integrated team to provide consultant-led service at tertiary level to the population of the North-East and beyond. This is a permanent post, to support the head and neck oncology, implant and cleft service as well as contribute to the clinical activities of the specialty within the Dental Directorate. Multi-disciplinary clinics also run jointly with other dental specialties to treat hypodontia, chronic pain, special care dentistry and patients transitioning from paediatric dentistry to adult care. The successful applicant will be based at the Dental Hospital and provide a comprehensive diagnostic, treatment, and multidisciplinary service to support departmental patient activity targets. They will contribute to the consultant cover rota and offer clinical dental education to junior staff in the department.
Candidates are required to hold a primary dental qualification, be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), have passed the intercollegiate specialist fellowship examination qualification (or show equivalence) in Restorative Dentistry from one of the surgical Royal Colleges. In addition, the successful candidate should be on the GDC specialist list in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of expected date of CCST.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The primary aim of this 1.0 WTE appointment as Consultant in Restorative Dentistry (10 programmed activities) is to join the existing well-integrated team to provide consultant-led service at tertiary level to the population of the North-East and beyond. This is a permanent post, to support the head and neck oncology, implant and cleft service as well as contribute to the clinical activities of the specialty within the Dental Directorate. Multi-disciplinary clinics also run jointly with other dental specialties to treat hypodontia, chronic pain, special care dentistry and patients transitioning from paediatric dentistry to adult care. The successful applicant will be based at the Dental Hospital and provide a comprehensive diagnostic, treatment, and multidisciplinary service to support departmental patient activity targets. They will contribute to the consultant cover rota and offer clinical dental education to junior staff in the department.
Candidates are required to hold a primary dental qualification, be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC), have passed the intercollegiate specialist fellowship examination qualification (or show equivalence) in Restorative Dentistry from one of the surgical Royal Colleges. In addition, the successful candidate should be on the GDC specialist list in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of expected date of CCST.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills
Essential
- Primary Dental Qualification.
- Full GDC Registration.
- Entry on the GDC Specialist Register in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of expected date of CCST
- Successful completion of an SAC approved minimum 5-year training programme in Restorative dentistry or within 6 months of completion or equivalent
- Intercollegiate specialty fellowship examination or equivalent
- An appropriate postgraduate qualification in Restorative Dentistry or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Evidence of current and significant experience in Restorative Dentistry including treatment of head and neck cancer patients, hypodontia and cleft patients, and advanced restorative procedures.
- Evidence of a substantial commitment to the specialty.
- Ability to provide high quality specialist care for patients seen and treated and an expert clinical opinion.
- Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to a tertiary centre.
Desirable
- Significant and current experience of working within multidisciplinary teams and planning and providing dental implant treatment for oncology and hypodontia patients.
- Use of evidence-based practice can demonstrate through knowledge of the relevant literature.
Management and Administration Experience
Essential
- Involvement with management and project leadership within the specialty.
- An understanding of Clinical Governance.
- An understanding of the role of Transformation in the NHS.
Desirable
- Proven management and administrative experience and understanding of management goals.
- Evidence of leadership / project management.
- Evidence of having implemented change.
- Experience in developing and implementing new technologies.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills.
Desirable
- Attendance at courses to develop teaching skills.
- Postgraduate qualification in medical/dental education.
Research
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in and understanding of research methodology and publication of findings.
- Research/critical review of literature.
- Publications in the last five years.
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit.
Desirable
- Evidence of having changed practice as a result of audit.
- Evidence of having revisited the audit to assess improvement.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Specialist Skills
Essential
- Primary Dental Qualification.
- Full GDC Registration.
- Entry on the GDC Specialist Register in Restorative Dentistry or within 6 months of expected date of CCST
- Successful completion of an SAC approved minimum 5-year training programme in Restorative dentistry or within 6 months of completion or equivalent
- Intercollegiate specialty fellowship examination or equivalent
- An appropriate postgraduate qualification in Restorative Dentistry or equivalent
Desirable
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Evidence of current and significant experience in Restorative Dentistry including treatment of head and neck cancer patients, hypodontia and cleft patients, and advanced restorative procedures.
- Evidence of a substantial commitment to the specialty.
- Ability to provide high quality specialist care for patients seen and treated and an expert clinical opinion.
- Ability to take independent responsibility for the clinical care of patients referred to a tertiary centre.
Desirable
- Significant and current experience of working within multidisciplinary teams and planning and providing dental implant treatment for oncology and hypodontia patients.
- Use of evidence-based practice can demonstrate through knowledge of the relevant literature.
Management and Administration Experience
Essential
- Involvement with management and project leadership within the specialty.
- An understanding of Clinical Governance.
- An understanding of the role of Transformation in the NHS.
Desirable
- Proven management and administrative experience and understanding of management goals.
- Evidence of leadership / project management.
- Evidence of having implemented change.
- Experience in developing and implementing new technologies.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of supervising junior medical staff.
- Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
- Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills.
Desirable
- Attendance at courses to develop teaching skills.
- Postgraduate qualification in medical/dental education.
Research
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in and understanding of research methodology and publication of findings.
- Research/critical review of literature.
- Publications in the last five years.
Desirable
Audit
Essential
- Evidence of participation in audit.
Desirable
- Evidence of having changed practice as a result of audit.
- Evidence of having revisited the audit to assess improvement.
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).
