Job summary
The post is for 12 months located at the Royal United Hospital in Bath. We have a compliment of five DCT's in total (three DCT2 and two DCT1). All on call commitments are based at RUH.
Daily duties are subject to a rolling rota between all five DCTs and will encompass on call /ward management, supervised outpatient new and review clinics, treatment clinics (dentoalveolar surgery /biopsies), GA theatre lists.
Main duties of the job
Daily duties are subject to a rolling rota between all five DCTs and will encompass on call /ward management, supervised outpatient new and review clinics, treatment clinics (dentoalveolar surgery /biopsies), GA theatre lists.
On call responsibilities are based on a 1:5 rota
8am -5pm as part of daily duties weekdays
5pm to Midnight (Twilight) on call weekdays
Sat 8am to Sunday midnight on call at weekends
On call is supported by OMFS registrar and Consultant
Within a 5 week rotation, there will be a maximum of 5 days and 5 night's on-call (non-consecutive)
There is no travelling commitment. Post holders are expected to be on site when on call
Protected time is provided to enable the post-holder to undertake Clinical Governance projects. Encouragement is given to presenting projects and assisting in publications. There is a monthly meeting encompassing audit and journal club and a teaching session covering topics relevant to OMFS and DCTs are made available to attend the mandatory regional teaching programme.
The department is combined with Orthodontics, and opportunities to shadow are possible. A monthly joint Maxillofacial surgery-orthodontics clinic are also available to shadow.
We have visiting specialists in Special care dentistry who hold clinics that are available to shadow
For posts appointed as LAS, completion and submission of suitable logbook will count towards DCT equivalence.
About us
At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.
Person Specification
Qualification Basic Postgraduate Experience
Essential
- Full Registration with GDC
- BDS
- Simple extractions
- Minor surgical experience
Desirable
- Part 1 MFDS
- Wisdom tooth surgery and apicectomies
- Previous theatre experience/patient work
Ability, Knowledge, CLinical Skills and Technical Skills
Essential
- BDS standard
- Awareness of extent of the specialty and knowledge of own limitations
- Competent in basic skills/basic surgery
Desirable
- To do M O S
- Surgical aptitude demonstrated
Audit
Essential
- Understands principles of medical audit
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to undertake audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to establish good working relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication, ie oral and written skills.
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to function successfully under pressure
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Flexibility, Enthusiasm
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Commitment to continuing personal development
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualification Basic Postgraduate Experience
Essential
- Full Registration with GDC
- BDS
- Simple extractions
- Minor surgical experience
Desirable
- Part 1 MFDS
- Wisdom tooth surgery and apicectomies
- Previous theatre experience/patient work
Ability, Knowledge, CLinical Skills and Technical Skills
Essential
- BDS standard
- Awareness of extent of the specialty and knowledge of own limitations
- Competent in basic skills/basic surgery
Desirable
- To do M O S
- Surgical aptitude demonstrated
Audit
Essential
- Understands principles of medical audit
Desirable
- Enthusiasm to undertake audit
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to establish good working relationships with other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Excellent communication, ie oral and written skills.
- Caring attitude to patients
- Ability to function successfully under pressure
- Willing to seek help from senior colleagues when appropriate
- Flexibility, Enthusiasm
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, GPs, nurses and other agencies.
- Commitment to continuing personal development
Desirable
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).
