Dental Officer

An enthusiastic salaried GDP is required to join a growing community dental service in Powys. This opportunity will allow an individual to practice NHS general dentistry in a supportive working environment where quality of care is the primary focus with access to excellent equipment. Individuals are encouraged to develop clinical skills and will be supported by other colleagues within the team. The base will be Llandrindod Wells. Full time - 37.5 hours per week. Part time considered.

Main duties of the job

A significant part of this role will be to provide a comprehensive range of NHS dental care for eligible adults and children in Powys, including GDS patients. The candidate will also provide courses of treatment for patients who are unable to access general dental services. As part of the wider team, you will also support the rest of the team to help improve access and reduce waiting times within the service.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you dont speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, dont worry: the health board will support you with training.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

As a salaried general dental practitioner, you will get study leave, mileage allowance when travelling to other clinics away from your base and generous annual leave.

For informal enquires please email Warren Tolley, Associate Dental Director

Person Specification Qualifications

• Appropriate graduate qualification or equivalent in Dentistry
• Registration with the GDC as a Dentist

Experience

• Ability and experience to deal with acute dental problems
• Current knowledge of dental surgery techniques, procedures, materials and concepts
• Eligible for a Welsh Performer Number
• Experience of NHS GDS regulations

Aptitude and Ability

• Ability to achieve and maintain professional standards
• Ability to readily understand and analyse information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.