Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to work in the Oral Surgery Dental Team at Birmingham Community Healthcare Trust. The post will be based across multiple sites, including Birmingham Dental Hospital, Lyng Health Centre, Dental Outreach Centre, Boots High Street, Birmingham. This role involves providing care for both adults and children under local anaesthetic, sedation, and general anaesthetic. Additionally, you will work in the urgent care department at Birmingham Dental Hospital, assisting patients in acute pain. The post will involve delegated lead roles as assigned by the Head of Service. This is a full-time position for 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are negotiable. Main duties of the jobThe department is expanding in response to local needs. The oral surgery team collaborates closely with Oral Medicine, Orthodontics, Paediatric Dentistry, Restorative, and Special Care services. The team works with the University of Birmingham School of Dentistry, and the successful candidate will participate in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching. We are involved in DCT, StR, Hygiene & Therapy, and Dental Nurse training, and we plan to expand our dental sedation courses. Treatments include LA, sedation, and GA. Successful candidates should offer flexibility around three established clinical session days. About usIMPORTANT:Please check yourTRAC account regularlyfor communication during shortlisting and selection. Ensure all sections of the application are completed fully, including detailed referees withBUSINESS EMAIL , phone, and postal address. Join Our Team... Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust employs over 5000 staff across Birmingham and the West Midlands, providing a wide range of community and hospital services, including one of Europe's leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We are committed to integrated, personalized care rooted in our communities, aiming for outstanding, coordinated NHS services in the West Midlands. If you want to 'Be Part of Our Team' and contribute to better care and healthier communities, we want to hear from you. DetailsDate posted: 19 May 2025 Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff Grade: Doctor - other Salary: £58,859 to £107,155 per year Contract: Fixed term Duration: 12 months Working pattern: Full-time (negotiable part-time) Reference number: 820-7193886-DEN Location: Birmingham Dental Hospital, 5 Mill Pool Way, Birmingham, B5 7EG Job descriptionPlease see the attached job description and person specification for more details. For informal enquiries, contact Harriet Anstey, Consultant in Oral Surgery and Head of Service, via Adedayo Oqunpola at 0121 466 5136. Person SpecificationQualifications (Essential): BDS Full GDC Registration with a Licence to Practice MFDS or MJDF or equivalent Post-graduate Sedation Qualification or experience per IACSD On the GDC Specialist Register in Oral Surgery Desirable: Post Graduate Teaching Qualification Higher Degree (MD, PhD, MSc) Membership in Oral Surgery Experience (Essential): Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience, with at least 6 years in Oral Surgery Postgraduate/undergraduate teaching experience Experience with dentoalveolar surgery under LA, GA, inhalation, and IV sedation Autonomous clinical work experience Skills and Knowledge (Essential): Knowledge of Risk Management and relevant legislation Leadership in multidisciplinary teams Effective communication skills Ability to travel between sites Leadership achievements Time management and prioritization skills Ability to critically appraise research Validated logbook evidence Personal Qualities (Essential): Integrity and ethical work approach Excellent communication Teamwork Commitment to CPD Self-performance appraisal skills Additional requirementsThis role is subject to a DBS check, and applicants must have UK professional registration. Sponsorship requirements are considered, with guidance available on UK Visas and Immigration resources. Employer detailsEmployer: Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS FT Address: Birmingham Dental Hospital, 5 Mill Pool Way, Birmingham, B5 7EG Website:
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Senior Trust Grade in Oral Surgery (Non-resident)