Dental Therapist inWolverhampton inWolverhampton PUBLISHED
FRI 20 DEC 2024
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust rAEylxrw
Opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, including special needs children and adults, allowing for a rewarding and fulfilling career.
Supportive and enthusiastic team environment that fosters collaboration and professional growth.
Access to excellent facilities and resources to provide high-quality dental care.
Flexibility in work arrangements, accommodating various needs and promoting work-life balance.
Engagement in ongoing professional development to maintain and enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
Experience gained from working across multiple sites in Wolverhampton, enhancing community engagement and service reach.
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is seeking an experienced Dental Therapist to join its Special Care Dental Service, focusing on providing high-quality dental care to individuals with disabilities and complex medical conditions, including special needs children. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, strong communication abilities, and a commitment to best practices in patient care. Responsibilities include treating patients across various locations, working both independently and within a team, supervising junior staff, and contributing to service development.
The role requires flexibility, as travel between multiple sites in Wolverhampton is necessary. The successful applicant must have full registration with the General Dental Council and be adept at managing a diverse patient demographic. The Trust promotes a supportive and inclusive working environment, emphasizing flexibility and professional growth. Interested candidates can contact Elaine Forbes, Clinical Lead - Dental, for further information.
The role requires flexibility, as travel between multiple sites in Wolverhampton is necessary. The successful applicant must have full registration with the General Dental Council and be adept at managing a diverse patient demographic. The Trust promotes a supportive and inclusive working environment, emphasizing flexibility and professional growth. Interested candidates can contact Elaine Forbes, Clinical Lead - Dental, for further information.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced dental therapist with excellent people and organisational skills and a keen interest in treating special needs children. A positive attitude, good communication skills coupled with a commitment to best practice in clinical care is vital. The ability to work in a busy environment whilst remaining calm and to lead projects to completion in challenging circumstances is essential. The capacity to work independently, proactively and under pressure is also important.
Wolverhampton Special Care Dental Service provides dental care for individuals with a variety of disabilities and complex medical conditions. The post involves treating special care adults and children on the mobile dental unit and at our static dental clinics. You will be supported by an able and enthusiastic team and work in excellent facilities.
The post holder will have full registration with the General Dental Council, be able to demonstrate proven clinical care skills to a high standard, have excellent patient management skills and should have experience of treating a wide spectrum of patients.
Applicants must be flexible as deployment across multiple sites will be required with travel around Wolverhampton to reach the communities we serve.
Job Summary
To work flexibly within a dental team providing high quality dental care, as prescribed by a registered dentist, for a wide spectrum of patients including adults, children, patients with special needs medically compromised patients and hard to reach groups.
To undertake clinical duties within their scope of practice to support the on-going development of the service, to meet the needs of the local population and provide a true Special Care Dentistry.
Communicate with a range of patients and their families on individual clinical issues and communicate with all members of the clinical team and peers in an appropriate way and also with other health and social care professionals involved in the care of patients.
The post holder will ensure his or her own Continuing Professional Development is maintained.
The post holder will be required to work in the specialist clinical disciplines of Special Care Dental.
To supervise trainee and unqualified staff, as required, in the department.
To Work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
To be accountable for own professional actions under General Dental Council guidelines
To ensure effective contribution to the delivery of the organisational and departmental objectives
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We’re passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.
We are delighted that we have been rated as “Good” by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.
The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Elaine Forbes Job title: Clinical Lead - Dental Email address: Telephone number:
Wolverhampton Special Care Dental Service provides dental care for individuals with a variety of disabilities and complex medical conditions. The post involves treating special care adults and children on the mobile dental unit and at our static dental clinics. You will be supported by an able and enthusiastic team and work in excellent facilities.
The post holder will have full registration with the General Dental Council, be able to demonstrate proven clinical care skills to a high standard, have excellent patient management skills and should have experience of treating a wide spectrum of patients.
Applicants must be flexible as deployment across multiple sites will be required with travel around Wolverhampton to reach the communities we serve.
Job Summary
To work flexibly within a dental team providing high quality dental care, as prescribed by a registered dentist, for a wide spectrum of patients including adults, children, patients with special needs medically compromised patients and hard to reach groups.
To undertake clinical duties within their scope of practice to support the on-going development of the service, to meet the needs of the local population and provide a true Special Care Dentistry.
Communicate with a range of patients and their families on individual clinical issues and communicate with all members of the clinical team and peers in an appropriate way and also with other health and social care professionals involved in the care of patients.
The post holder will ensure his or her own Continuing Professional Development is maintained.
The post holder will be required to work in the specialist clinical disciplines of Special Care Dental.
To supervise trainee and unqualified staff, as required, in the department.
To Work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
To be accountable for own professional actions under General Dental Council guidelines
To ensure effective contribution to the delivery of the organisational and departmental objectives
The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We’re passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.
We are delighted that we have been rated as “Good” by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.
The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Elaine Forbes Job title: Clinical Lead - Dental 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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