Locum Consultant in Endodontics

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

London

Salary

£113,565 – £150,569

Posted

3 weeks ago

About the role

Applications are invited for a full-time Locum Consultant in Endodontics, from individuals with a commitment to high-quality patient care as well as excellence in postgraduate education/training, to start at the earliest opportunity. This is a fixed term for 1 year, 1.0 WTE post (10 PAs), in the Restorative Division at the Royal National ENT & Eastman Dental Hospitals, part of the University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. The candidate should have considerable experience in managing complex Endodontic challenges. Successful applicants will join well established teams in providing a wide range of Endodontic services as well as postgraduate teaching/ training. Applicants will be expected to have excellent communication skills as well as proficiency in both leadership and teamworking. Candidates should be on/ eligible for the Specialist Register in Endodontics It is anticipated that the successful candidate will take up the appointment at the earliest opportunity.Please attach CV with application.

University College London Hospitals is seeking to appoint a locum Consultant in Endodontics, for a 1-year fixed period. The post holder will have a commitment to high-quality patient care, innovative service models, delivery of performance targets, and excellence in education/training.

The post-holder will be expected to show drive and initiative towards patient care putting the patient first in line with the Trust core values. They will be expected to have a high level of knowledge and expertise in the field of Endodontics and be able to demonstrate a high-quality approach to patient management.

Person specification

Essential

Eligible for full registration with the GDC at time of appointment and hold a current licence to practise with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
On the GDC's Specialist Register for Endodontics or Restorative dentistry. Successful completion of an SAC approved training programme in Restorative Dentistry. Or Within 6 months of completion of Specialist training programme at date of interview
Either: Passed Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in restorative dentistry, or; Passed MEndo / MRD (endodontics) Royal College of Surgeons examination
Comprehensive experience in the management of complex endodontic procedures.
Proficient and competent in surgical endodontic treatment.
Knowledge and experience in the management of a variety of dental traumatic injuries.
Evidence of undertaking consultation clinics for endodontic referrals and communication with GDPS, level 2 providers, other specialists
Experience in differentiation of endodontic and facial pain related diagnoses and management strategies.
Experience and competence in the diagnosis of complex endodontic problems, including the use of cone-beam CT and a variety of diagnostic aids.
Experienced and ability to guide trainees in delivery of advanced procedures in relation to endodontics.
Specialist level knowledge in the field of endodontics +/- restorative dentistry.
Use of evidence-based practice; can demonstrate thorough knowledge of the relevant literature.
Effective Participation in Audit by demonstration of completed audits
Knowledge and understanding of the NHS policies and procedures.
Understanding of clinical governance and risk reduction
Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
Apply evidence-based practice to clinical care
Evidence of teaching at postgraduate level.
Ability to communicate with clarity and intelligently in written and spoken English; ability to build rapport, listen, persuade/ negotiate.
Awareness of team working
Ability to take responsibility, lead, make decisions and exert appropriate authority.
Ability to see patients as people, ability to empathise and work co-operatively with others.
Ability to demonstrate Innovation and enthusiasm in implementing changes
Being familiar with, and adhering to Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control.
Completing all required training and education (both via e-learning and face to face) on infection prevention and control.
Including infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal/professional development and included in your annual appraisal
Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care associated infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently.

Desirable

MFDS, MJDF or equivalent Postgraduate degree qualification in endodontics (MSc, MClinDent) or equivalent
Understanding and management of patients with multidisciplinary problems across the interface within restorative dentistry and other disciplines in dentistry
Competent in executing advanced surgical procedures in Endodontic surgery
Further training in CBCT interpretation (eg level 2)
Able to diagnose patients with advanced needs which interface with other disciplines.
Utilisation of self-reflective practice to enhance treatment outcomes.
Knowledge and understanding of how Endodontics interfaces with Restorative Dentistry and relevance.