Specialty Doctor in Oral Surgery

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a full-time Specialty Doctor in Oral Surgery. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality healthcare for patients with various Oral Surgery issues, engage in teaching, and work within a professional team. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading teaching hospital committed to sustainable healthcare.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience required.
• Interest in Oral Surgery is essential.
• Further relevant qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinic and operating sessions under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation.
• Involve in teaching and mentoring junior staff.
• Provide advice to clinicians in hospital and primary care settings.

Skills

Oral Surgery

Teamwork

Teaching

Education

Full registration with the General Dental Council

Higher university degree or clinical diploma (desirable)

Job description

Applications are invited for the position of a substantive, full-time (10 sessions) Specialty Doctor in the Oral Surgery Department at King's College Hospital NHS Trust.

The successful candidate will be expected to play an active role in the provision and delivery of high-quality healthcare for patients with a wide range of Oral Surgery problems.

Main duties of the job

Applicants must be fully registered with the General Dental Council and demonstrate an interest in Oral Surgery.

Successful applicants will work within a team led by 10 consultants, supported by more than 20 SAS grade dentists, providing high-quality care.

About us

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts, with a turnover of approximately £1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts annually, and more than 15,000 staff across South East London. The Trust offers a full range of local and specialist services across five sites. Our vision, Strong Roots, Global Reach, aims to be BOLD, with brilliant people, outstanding care, leadership in research, innovation, and education, with diversity, equality, and inclusion at our core. We are committed to person-centered, digitally-enabled, and sustainable healthcare, striving to elevate Team King's to new heights.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and seek individuals ready to join a highly professional team and make a lasting difference to our patients and staff.

King's is dedicated to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All through our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net-zero carbon targets for 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. All staff are encouraged to contribute responsibly to minimize the Trust's environmental impact.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties include clinic and operating sessions under local anesthesia and intravenous sedation, as well as involvement in teaching and mentoring junior staff. The post-holder will also provide advice to clinicians in hospital and primary care settings, originating from telephone calls from external practitioners, other departments, or associated clinical professionals.

Person Specification

Application form and interview

Essential

• Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
• A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience

Desirable

• Further relevant qualifications (e.g., higher university degree, clinical diploma, MFDS or MFJDP)

Reference: 213-CAY-7221120