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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Argyll & Bute Public Dental Service currently has a vacancy for a full time Dental Therapist. The post will be based at the Dental Clinic, Victoria Integrated Care Centre, Helensburgh. The Public Dental Service provides care to patient groups who cannot access NHS dentistry from General Dental Practitioners. The post holder will be expected to provide the full range of General Dental Service treatments to these groups within their scope of practice. This post holder will provide dental care in a variety of domiciliary settings throughout the local area. From June to November the working week will normally be spent working at PDS Clinics in the area. In addition to clinical duties, from November to June, there will be regular travel to carry out NDIP (school dental inspections) in Primary Schools across the Argyll & Bute area.
Clinical experience of providing treatment to priority patient group patients is desirable. GDC registration as a Dental Therapist and evidence of participation in postgraduate dental education is essential. The ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, while having the ability to deal with difficult situations and challenging patient behaviours in a positive manner will be essential. A driving licence is desirable.
Informal enquiries may be made to John Lyon, Clinical Dental Director
Tel: 01463 704635
Email: john.lyon3@nhs.scot
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