Senior Dental Officer

NHS Shetland Board; Lerwick; On-site; GBP 84,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Shetland seeks a Senior Dental Officer to lead clinical efforts while mentoring a team. This full-time role includes clinical care responsibilities and strategic service involvement with an attractive salary of £84,180 - £98,460 and various allowances. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Benefits

Distant Islands Allowance

Remote Areas Allowance

Recruitment and Retention Allowance

Annual leave up to 33 days

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified dentist with a focus on clinical leadership.
• Experience in managing clinical teams is essential.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Combine direct clinical care with leading the clinical team.
• Engage in operational and strategic service matters.
• Support clinical interests aligned with service needs.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Care

Team Mentoring

Education

Dental qualification

Job description

Overview

Senior Dental Officer (Ref: 226376). Combined Clinical, Leadership & Management Role. Substantive, full-time 37.5 hours per week. Salary £84,180 - £98,460 per annum plus allowances. NHS Shetland offers a unique opportunity to develop a role that combines clinical, leadership and management responsibilities.

We are a progressive Public Dental Service with modern, well-equipped surgeries providing essential dental services to a remote and rural area. A strong focus on patient-centred care and continuous professional development is at our core.

Responsibilities

• Combine direct clinical care with leading, mentoring and supporting the clinician team.
• Involve yourself in operational and strategic matters of the service.
• Receive close support from the Senior Management Team and have the opportunity to develop clinical interests aligned with service needs.
• Engage with a clinical network of visiting consultants and specialists for Orthodontics, Restorative, OMFS and Special Care Dentistry.
• Contribute to core PDS services including priority groups, care homes, school inspections and oral health promotion.

Context and Team

The service includes dentists, therapists, dental nurses, oral health advisors and dedicated dental support staff. The service maintains strong links with secondary care and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Location and Living

You can enjoy living and working in Shetland, a spectacular part of the country with a warm community. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, leisure facilities, wildlife and scenery, with quick access to the UK mainland.

Remuneration and Benefits

• Salary: £84,180 - £98,460 per annum.
• Allowances: Distant Islands Allowance (£2,482 per annum); Remote Areas Allowance (£4,500/annum for years 1-3; £9,000/annum for years 3+; pro rata); Recruitment and Retention Allowance (£25,000 paid over 2 years, subject to eligibility).
• Out of Hours Allowance & on-call payment (if undertaking on-call duties).
• Annual leave: Up to 33 days per annum plus 8 public holidays (depending on NHS service).

How to Apply / Contacts

For an informal discussion, please contact Antony Visocchi, Dental Director, NHS Shetland, on 01595 743000 ext 3043 or e-mail [e-mail].

Closing date: 19/10/25. Interview date: 04/11/25 (Microsoft Teams).

How to Apply

Internal Applicants: if you are currently working for NHS Shetland (including Bank Members) you must apply via the Jobtrain website: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173

External Applicants: if you are NOT currently an NHS Shetland employee or registered on our Bank, you must apply via: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173

If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or call 0161 850 2004.

PVG Scheme— Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment.

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