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DENTAL PRACTICE ADVISER
Part Time: 7 hours (2 sessions) per week
Salary: British Dental Guild Rate - £374 per session
Looking for a new and exciting challenge? Then think about working in NHS Forth Valley in the heart of Scotland.
A vacancy has arisen for a Dental Practice Adviser, based in Primary Care Contractor Services, NHS Forth Valley, Carseview House, Castle Business Park, Stirling.
We require a motivated individual, who will contribute and promote the improvement of the overall quality of care in general dental practice in Forth Valley; act in a supportive and advisory capacity (including clinical advice) to Forth Valley general dental practitioners and Dental Practice Inspectors: advise the Health Board on matters relating to general dental services and work in close liaison with other professional staff.
The successful candidate must have a minimum of 5 years experience in general dental practice and maintain active participation in the provision of NHS general dental services in general practice. Registration with the General Dental Council and membership of a defence organisation must also be maintained.
A good working knowledge of the NHS General Dental Services regulations and a detailed understanding of the Statement of Dental Remuneration are essential. An up to date knowledge and awareness of legislation affecting dentistry is also required with no evidence of ‘conflicts of interest’ roles or poor quality from Dental Reference Officer (DRO) examinations.
The successful candidate should demonstrate the ability to work without direct supervision and to work as part of a team; have excellent organisational and communication skills; have a broad understanding of clinical governance and exercise a high degree of confidentiality. Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of Forth Valley is essential for this post. We are happy to offer flexible and hybrid working options to the successful candidate.
Informal enquiries should be directed to Jennifer Rodgers, Director of Dentistry, NHS Forth Valley by e-mail at jennifer.rodgers@nhs.scot or by telephone on 01786 457283 .
You can look forward to a warm welcome and strong support from colleagues. Our hospital is situated in the heart of Scotland, nestled against the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, and close to vibrant towns that are richly endowed with excellent cultural and sporting facilities, offering good transport links to Edinburgh and Glasgow.
To apply for this post, please visit the job posting on the NHS Scotland Job Train website. Applicants should have full GDC registration.
Closing date: 31st October 2023
Interview date: 15th November 2023
Please quote reference number 164931 on all correspondence.
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.