Specialist in Oral Surgery

We have an exciting opportunity for a Specialist in Oral Surgery to join our team based in Plymouth. This role will initially be based in our Plymouth Dental Education Facilities in Derriford and Devonport but will transfer to our new Dental Education Practice (DEP) in Plymouth City Centre when this opens. The DEP will provide an innovative model of care comprising urgent and stabilization dental care, and general and specialist dentistry delivered alongside placements for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as trainees undertaking dental foundation training. Main Duties of the Job This role will involve the delivery of specialist led minor oral surgery in Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC (PDSE). The role holder's main focus will be to deliver a specialist led intermediate minor oral surgery service working with local NHS colleagues and other NHS services. The role involves some undergraduate and postgraduate oral surgery teaching, which takes place across all our Dental Education Facilities; therefore, some travel to Exeter and Truro will be expected. The role holder will be expected to deliver a clinical minor oral surgery service commensurate with the NHS Commissioning guidance for minor oral surgery and in line with local NHS care pathways. The role is clinical and there is an expectation from commissioners that for each clinical session worked, 3-4 patients will be treated. About Us PDSE is an award-winning Community Interest Company that provides NHS treatment and outreach services to local communities in Devon and Cornwall. As a social enterprise, we are a values-driven organization with a focus on patient-centered care and addressing local oral health needs. We work closely with the University of Plymouth's Peninsula Dental School to support the clinical education of its dental healthcare students. Job Responsibilities Role Summary: This role will involve delivery of specialist led minor oral surgery in Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC (PDSE). The role holder's main focus will be to deliver a specialist led intermediate minor oral surgery service working with local NHS colleagues and other NHS services. The role will also involve some undergraduate and postgraduate oral surgery teaching. Working Relationships: Senior clinical staff of PDSE and academic colleagues from the Peninsula Dental School including the Clinical Leads for Exeter, Derriford, Devonport, and Truro. Professor of Community Dentistry. Director of Clinical Dentistry. Administrative and governance staff of PDSE. Staff in NHS Commissioning teams. Clinical Duties Clinical duties will be as directed by the line manager and PDSE clinical leadership team. The appointee will be expected to contribute to the development of local NHS services as directed by the Chief Executive. Teaching The appointee will contribute to undergraduate dental student teaching (to include clinical supervision) and postgraduate training. PDSE has a close working arrangement with the Dental School and there may be opportunities for flexible working arrangements to develop career progression. Managerial The management responsibility of the post-holder will be via the Lead Dentist. The post holder will be expected to attend relevant meetings to discuss service, policy, and procedure as directed. Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance The post holder will take an active part in department audit arrangements and work closely with the Directors of PDSE to undertake duties as deemed appropriate. Research There may be opportunities to support research in the school relevant to the role and specialty. Terms and Conditions The post holder will be an employee of PDSE and may also hold an Honorary Contract with the University of Plymouth depending on the final job plan. All staff are responsible for ensuring compliance with PDSE Health & Safety requirements and regulations. All staff are required to positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment to colleagues and students in accordance with PDSE and the University's Equality and Diversity Policy. All staff are responsible for carrying out appropriate communication and information sharing. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full registration with GDC. On the Specialist GDC list in Oral Surgery or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion. Possession of a certificate of accreditation or eligibility for a CCT in oral surgery or equivalent. Desirable Fellowship in Dental Surgery (FDS) or membership of Faculty of Dental Surgery (MFDS/MJDF) or equivalent. Intercollegiate specialty fellowship (ISFE), exit examination in Oral Surgery or equivalent. Experience Essential Successful completion of an SAC approved training programme in Oral Surgery or equivalent. Desirable Diploma in Dental sedation, SAAD training in conscious sedation or equivalent. Aptitude for the surgical management of joint cases with orthodontics and OMFS. Experience of interdisciplinary team working.

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