The post holder will be expected to provide clinical leadership, dental advice, and treatment within the specialty of Paediatric Dentistry and for patients requiring oral and dental rehabilitation. The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to: New patient referral clinics Personal treatment of complex oral rehabilitation cases Clinical teaching at postgraduate level Multidisciplinary planning and review clinics Opportunities exist to develop your passion in research, teaching, and clinical service. The post holder will be expected to show drive and initiative towards patient care putting the patient first in line with the Trust core values. Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Full registration including specialist list with the General Dental Council (GDC) or Eligible for specialist registration within six months of interview or Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or evidence of within six months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Paediatric Dentistry (or equivalent) or within six months of completion Membership of appropriate Medical or Dental Defence Society Successful completion of a Specialty Advisory Committee (SAC) approved training program in Paediatric Dentistry (or equivalent), or within 6 months of completion Additional post-CCST development over 2 years as recommended by SAC in Paediatric Dentistry, or equivalent Higher academic qualification * Evidence of high-impact publications High level recognition of their teaching, such as a postdoctoral qualification or Fellowship of Higher Education Academy or equivalent Membership of relevant professional organisations relevant to Paediatric Dentistry Experience
Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in relevant specialty Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision Developing and running undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes, at the appropriate level Demonstrable experience of unsupervised clinical practice in Paediatric Dentistry A track record of leadership and management of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to appraise scientific literature critically A working knowledge of clinical governance and effective participation in audit and quality improvement Evidence of a special interest and expertise that complements those of other consultants in the department and is consistent with the Trust’s service strategy Management of clinical service Management of academic staff Evidence of teaching innovation with objective markers of teaching quality Evidence of publication in high-impact scientific journals Ability to prioritise, organise time appropriately and work independently Clinical Knowledge and Skills
Up to date knowledge and experience of relevant specialty Knowledge of NHS priorities with reference to specialty Broad range of IT skills Clinical Governance and Audit
Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation Positive approach to evidence based practice Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation Research
Knowledge of the principles involved in research Evidence of involvement in research Evidence of peer review research papers Ability to increase the academic profile of the department Teaching and Training
Experience of teaching medical students. Experience of supervising trainees Knowledge of teaching to a multidisciplinary team Formal teaching qualification Evidence of management training and evidence of learning from it Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a consultant Ability to practice independently as a consultant Ability to take on responsibility and show evidence of leadership Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks Demonstration of knowledge of NHS management structures Interpersonal, communication and team working skills
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives, clinical colleagues, support staff and other colleagues. Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English. Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-professional basis with all levels of staff both within and across divisions Ability to be a flexible team member Any other Personal Abilities and Aptitudes
Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances Awareness of personal limitations Demonstrates the 4 Trust values Meets professional health requirements Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role. Ability to undertake additional professional responsibilities at local, regional or national levels We hope that you will decide to join us and become part of this exciting journey, helping us to shape our future together.
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