Community Dental Officer - Flexible & Domiciliary Care

Southern Health and Social Care Trust; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Health and Social Care Trust invites applications for a community dental service role. The post involves delivering a complete range of dental care, including inhalation sedation or general anaesthesia where appropriate, across community, hospital or domiciliary settings.

Applicants should hold GDC registration, have 2+ years post-qualification experience, and possess a full driving license. A flexible, patient-centered approach and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised Professional Dental Qualification.
• Have Full Registration with General Dental Council (GDC).
• Have a minimum of 2 years post-qualification dental clinical experience.
• Hold a full current driving license valid for use in Northern Ireland and have access to a car on appointment.
• Ability to use own initiative, be reliable and approachable.

Responsibilities

• Provide a treatment service for priority groups including children and adults with complex needs.
• Conduct Oral Health Assessments for specified groups on a yearly basis or more frequently if needed.
• Liaise with general dental practitioners, general medical practitioners and hospital consultants including anaesthetists.

Skills

Excellent communication

Planning & organisation

Initiative & reliability

MS Office & word processing

Education

Professional Dental Qualification

GDC registration

2+ years post-qualification experience

Full driving license

Job description

Southern Health and Social Care Trust invites applications for a community dental service role. The post involves delivering a complete range of dental care, including inhalation sedation or general anaesthesia where appropriate, across community, hospital or domiciliary settings.

Applicants should hold GDC registration, have 2+ years post-qualification experience, and possess a full driving license. A flexible, patient-centered approach and strong communication skills are essential.