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We are looking to appoint a part-time consultant in special care dentistry to support community dental services delivered in South Cumbria. This new post offers an exciting opportunity to shape the strategy for adult special care dental services across South Cumbria.
The Consultant in Special Care Dentistry would be expected to perform dental care for adults in clinics across South Cumbria, treatment under General Anaesthetic in theatres within University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay Trust, and treatment, where necessary, within a domiciliary setting.
Clinical facilities include surgeries equipped with ceiling track hoists, a wheelchair recliner, and bariatric bench. Surgeries are set up to provide inhalation and intravenous sedation, with access to adult comprehensive care under GA.
Assessment and treatment of adults of Tier 3 complexity is expected, as is assisting other members of the dental team with clinical queries regarding management of patients.
We would ask that you are fully registered with the GDC and on the GDC Specialist Register in Special Care Dentistry or Paediatric Dentistry, be accredited or within six months of such accreditation at interview stage, and have completed a SAC approved training programme or have demonstrated equivalent experience and training to allow entry to the specialist list by mediated entry. You must also be currently listed on the NHS Dental Performers List England.
The SPCDS is currently supported by a local Clinical Lead, five senior dental officers, one dental officer, two dental therapists, and dental nurses with additional qualifications in sedation, radiology, and special care.
The consultant will work in partnership with the Clinical Director and Clinical Lead for the Community Dental Service in leading and developing the special care dental service in South Cumbria. The post-holder will have responsibility for providing specialist dental advice and treatment for people with disabilities and/or complex medical conditions to Tier 3 level.
You will add a strong clinical voice to our leadership team and contribute to building a service that values professional excellence alongside outstanding patient care.
At NCIC, we aim to deliver outstanding healthcare services to North Cumbria's population. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in rural and remote healthcare, providing a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.
Our 5 key principles are:
1. Being a clinically led organisation
2. Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust
3. A positive patient experience every time
4. A great place to work
5. Managing our money well
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our community and are focused on being an inclusive and compassionate workplace. We also support sustainability initiatives aligned with our goal to be the greenest region in England by 2030.
The postholder will provide holistic, consultant-level dental care to patients with complex needs and disabilities in hospital, primary care, and domiciliary settings. They will also offer expert advice and backup support to community and general dental practitioners, facilitating care on a shared basis where appropriate.
The role is based at Westmorland General Hospital Dental Outpatients.
Please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full role requirements.
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