Dental Therapist inHuyton With Roby inHuyton With Roby PUBLISHED
TUE 24 DEC 2024
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust rDYcspZ6
Opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment, providing care to patients from various cultural and social backgrounds.
Competitive salary range of £37,388 - £44,962 for Band 6 positions, providing financial stability.
Full-time fixed-term contract with 37.5 hours per week, allowing for a good work-life balance.
Support for professional development through participation in clinical governance, audits, and quality assurance activities.
Ability to work closely with Dentists in a collaborative team setting, fostering professional relationships and mentorship.
Exposure to a varied and challenging work environment, ideal for recently qualified Dental Therapists seeking growth opportunities.
The Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Full-Time Dental Therapist for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Huyton With Roby. This Band 6 position, offering a salary between £37,388 and £44,962 for 37.5 hours per week, involves delivering high-quality dental care to a diverse patient population. The successful candidate will provide preventative oral health care, restorative treatment, and dental hygiene services while collaborating with dentists to manage patients, particularly those with complex needs. The role is suitable for a recently qualified Dental Therapist looking for career development in a supportive and challenging community dental service environment.
Working with the Community Dental Service Team, the Dental Therapist will participate in clinical governance, including audit and quality assurance initiatives. The position may require flexibility to work at various Trust establishments, and Mersey Care emphasises a commitment to "perfect care" that is safe, effective, and equitable. The organisation is dedicated to fostering staff development and collaborative service design, with flexible working arrangements available. Interested candidates can reach out to Lisa Allen for further inquiries.
Working with the Community Dental Service Team, the Dental Therapist will participate in clinical governance, including audit and quality assurance initiatives. The position may require flexibility to work at various Trust establishments, and Mersey Care emphasises a commitment to "perfect care" that is safe, effective, and equitable. The organisation is dedicated to fostering staff development and collaborative service design, with flexible working arrangements available. Interested candidates can reach out to Lisa Allen for further inquiries.
Dental Therapist Band 6 £37,388 - £44,962 37.5 hours per week, 12 month Fixed Term Contract
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Community Dental Service is looking for a Full Time Dental Therapist to join our Community and Personal Dental Service Team.
You will be part of a team delivering high quality dental care to people of all ages and from a diverse range of cultural and social backgrounds . The successful candidate will deliver dental therapy services within our community and personal dental services including providing preventative oral health care and treatment to patients and liaising with Dentists over their treatment. A key element will be the provision of dental hygiene activity and restorative care.
This post would be appropriate for a recently qualified Dental Therapist looking for an exciting development opportunity to work in a varied and challenging environment.
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Community Dental Service Team is committed to the provision of high quality dental care. Joining us means that you will be fully supported in your professional development, and will participate in audit and quality assurance as part of our clinical governance programme.
For informal enquiries please contact Lisa Allen on
The post holder is to provide clinical, restorative and preventive care and treatment through a treatment plan prescribed by a Dentist. The Post holder would be expected to manage patients who may present with complex needs
The Post Holder will plan, provide and adapt tailored oral healthcare advice and instructions to children and adult patients. Patients will have a full examination and assessment by a Dentist. The patient will then be referred to a Dental Therapist who will then plan and deliver treatment which
falls within their scope of practice.
Dentists and therapists are required to work closely together to identify suitable patients with the dentist available to provide clinical leadership and support.
The post holder will be expected to work at any establishment at any time throughout the duration of the contract, normally within the boundaries of the Trust
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lisa Allen Job title: Clinical Lead Email address: Telephone number:
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Community Dental Service is looking for a Full Time Dental Therapist to join our Community and Personal Dental Service Team.
You will be part of a team delivering high quality dental care to people of all ages and from a diverse range of cultural and social backgrounds . The successful candidate will deliver dental therapy services within our community and personal dental services including providing preventative oral health care and treatment to patients and liaising with Dentists over their treatment. A key element will be the provision of dental hygiene activity and restorative care.
This post would be appropriate for a recently qualified Dental Therapist looking for an exciting development opportunity to work in a varied and challenging environment.
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust Community Dental Service Team is committed to the provision of high quality dental care. Joining us means that you will be fully supported in your professional development, and will participate in audit and quality assurance as part of our clinical governance programme.
For informal enquiries please contact Lisa Allen on
The post holder is to provide clinical, restorative and preventive care and treatment through a treatment plan prescribed by a Dentist. The Post holder would be expected to manage patients who may present with complex needs
The Post Holder will plan, provide and adapt tailored oral healthcare advice and instructions to children and adult patients. Patients will have a full examination and assessment by a Dentist. The patient will then be referred to a Dental Therapist who will then plan and deliver treatment which
falls within their scope of practice.
Dentists and therapists are required to work closely together to identify suitable patients with the dentist available to provide clinical leadership and support.
The post holder will be expected to work at any establishment at any time throughout the duration of the contract, normally within the boundaries of the Trust
Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.
We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.
At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.
Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Lisa Allen Job title: Clinical Lead Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Dental Therapist in the UK, you need to have a combination of qualifications, technical skills, and personal attributes. Here’s a breakdown of the essential skills and requirements:
Qualifications and Training
1. Educational Background: You must complete a recognized dental therapy program, typically a diploma or degree in dental therapy from an accredited institution. Programs often last between 2-3 years.
2. Registration with GDC: You must be registered with the General Dental Council (GDC) to practice as a dental therapist in the UK.
Clinical Skills
1. Dental Examination: Ability to perform clinical examinations and assessments of patients’ oral health.
2. Preventive Care: Skills in providing preventive treatments and advice, including fluoride application and dietary advice.
3. Restorative Procedures: Proficiency in carrying out restorative treatments, such as fillings and crowns.
4. Periodontal Treatment: Ability to provide treatment for gum disease and perform scaling and polishing.
5. Local Anaesthetic Administration: Competence in administering local anaesthesia safely and effectively.
Interpersonal Skills
1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for effectively interacting with patients and explaining treatments. This includes the ability to empathize and build rapport.
2. Patient Care: Sensitivity to patient needs and concerns, and the ability to provide supportive and compassionate care.
3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with dentists, dental hygienists, and other healthcare professionals within a dental practice.
Technical Skills
1. Manual Dexterity: Excellent hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills for performing intricate dental procedures.
2. Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail to ensure accuracy in dental treatments and to maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
3. Record Keeping: Competency in maintaining accurate patient records and documentation for treatment plans.
Business and Organizational Skills
1. Time Management: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple patients and treatment schedules effectively.
2. Knowledge of Dental Software: Familiarity with dental management software for scheduling, billing, and maintaining patient records.
Continuous Professional Development
1. Education: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated with the latest advancements in dental therapy.
2. Specialized Skills: Optionally, you may want to develop expertise in specific areas such as orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, or geriatric dental care.
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