Locum Dentist (Maternity Cover)

Job Summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a Locum Dentist to be part of our family run group of Practices and to join our team in Dundonald, with part time / full time availability. There is a large NHS list available and great potential for private treatment options and potential for a permanent position. We pride ourselves on offering an excellent quality of care and service to our patients. Our practices are equipped with Digital X-Rays, Software of Excellence Practice Management Software and Rotary Endodontics.

The position is available as of March 2023 for 6-9 months.

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS or BChD or BDentS)
• Registered with the General Dental Council
• Must have completed a VT year

Desirable Criteria

• Completed Levels 1-3 IV Sedation Training

Responsibilities
Your work will include:

• educating patients on oral healthcare;
• examining teeth and diagnosing patients' dental conditions by using tools such as x-rays;
• assessing treatment options and agreeing treatment plans with patients;
• carrying out agreed clinical treatments such as restoring teeth affected by decay and treating gum disease;
• maintaining patients' dental records;
• training and leading a team of staff;
• overseeing budgets and maintaining stocks of equipment;
• marketing services to potential clients.

Person Specification
You will need to show:

• manual dexterity and technical dental skills, plus the ability to maintain intense concentration for prolonged periods;
• the ability to build relationships with patients and colleagues;
• high level communication and interpersonal skills, for interaction with patients of all ages and backgrounds;
• an interest in the welfare of others and a sympathetic manner, particularly to deal with patients' fears;
• good administrative and managerial abilities;
• Information technology skills, due to the increasing use of computers for keeping records and accounts, and for digital imaging of radiographs and intra-oral photography.