Job summary
An exciting maternity cover opportunity has arisen for a professional, friendly, and patient focussed individual to join the Primary Care Dental Service for 12 months.
The ideal candidate will have qualifications and experience attributed to the role of a community Dental Therapist, as well as a flexible and pro-active approach to working within a busy service.
Please note: the post holder will work from our dental departments based in Bristol & Weston
Main duties of the job
- Carrying out the full range of treatments currently permitted under the General Dental Council Scope of Practice Regulations including the long term monitoring of patients oral care needs
- Treatment may be provided within the dental surgery or on a domiciliary basis.
- Plan and carry out planned oral health promotion interventions
- Supervise treatment undertaken by student Dental Hygienist / Therapist students
- Specific duties may only be undertaken if trained and competent to do so.
- Undertake detailed medical histories for all patients including close liaison with referring Dentists and General Medical Practitioners if appropriate.
- The supervision of dental nurses in the preparation of clinical areas
- To work with all Primary Care Dental Service patients, including patients with special needs.
- The Oral Health Practitioner will require appropriate communication skills beyond that required for routine dental care in General Dental Practice
- To be fully conversant with first aid and resuscitation techniques attending regular training.
- To be fully conversant with trust manual handling policy especially due to the high number of patients who are a wheelchair user.
- Active participation in clinical or peer review.
- Take responsibility for the clinic in the absence of the dentist.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Supportive
- Respectful
- Collaborative
- Innovative
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Dealing with the anxious patient, those with special needs and patients with challenging behaviour
- Broad experience of General Dental Practice
- The Dental Hygienist/Therapist will require appropriate communication skills beyond that required for routine dental care of the able bodied patient
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Oral Health Science or Diploma in Dental Hygiene/Therapy
- Full GDC Registration
Desirable
- Certificate in Oral Health Education
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Up to date on all methods of prevention and a high level of dexterity skills.
- IT Skills
- CPR trained
- Understanding of IMER regulations
- Ability to work on own initiative
Desirable
- Excellent communication skills
- Manual Handling
- Familiar with dental software packages
- Knowledge of the NHS fees and regulations
Person Specification
Aptitudes
Essential
- Supportive
- Respectful
- Collaborative
- Innovative
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Dealing with the anxious patient, those with special needs and patients with challenging behaviour
- Broad experience of General Dental Practice
- The Dental Hygienist/Therapist will require appropriate communication skills beyond that required for routine dental care of the able bodied patient
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Oral Health Science or Diploma in Dental Hygiene/Therapy
- Full GDC Registration
Desirable
- Certificate in Oral Health Education
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Up to date on all methods of prevention and a high level of dexterity skills.
- IT Skills
- CPR trained
- Understanding of IMER regulations
- Ability to work on own initiative
Desirable
- Excellent communication skills
- Manual Handling
- Familiar with dental software packages
- Knowledge of the NHS fees and regulations
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 Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Community Dental Sites
Lower Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS1 2LY
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
