Applications are invited for a Dental Therapist in Restorative Dentistry based at Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil. Other hospitals which duties are performed, Royal Glamorgan Hospital.
The Restorative Dentistry Service is part of the Maxillo-facial Department which includes Oral and Maxillo-facial Surgery, Oral Surgery and Orthodontics.
This post will be one day per week. The successful applicant will undertake duties in the Oral & Maxillofacial Outpatient Department and in Community Hospitals. They will carry out a range of tasks involving direct and indirect care for the benefit of the patients in accordance with clearly defined occupational policies and agreed departmental protocols. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that all policies and procedures are observed, and meet Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) requirements, as well as General Dental Council (GDC) Standards and Code of Conduct.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn’t mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isn’t ‘fluency’, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see ‘Welsh Language Guidance’ in the documents right at the bottom.
- Provide dental care for patients with complex medical, physical and mental health needs, including Head and Neck Oncology patients.
- Provide an Oral Health Programme for Head and Neck patients, both working autonomously and under a written prescription from a Dentist as per General Dental Council Scope of Practice.
- Be responsible for maintaining high standards of patient care, confirmation of consent, medical history and clinical governance.
- Be responsible for the development and implementation of policies where appropriate and ensuring that all policies and procedures are adhered to.
- Provide support and clinical supervision of junior staff, including students, dental undergraduates and junior oral health practitioners.
- Be responsible for maintaining accurate, current, comprehensive and concise records concerning the condition of the client, in accordance with GDC Standards and the UHB’s Patient Record Policy.
- Conform to guidance provided by the General Dental Council for the role of a Dental Therapist.
- Liaise with all appropriate Clinical Specialists i.e. Doctors, Dentists, Speech and Language Therapists, Dieticians and Clinical Nurse Specialists, in relation to individual patient requirements and planned programmes of care.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses On Uniting Our Region Around Shared Health And Wellbeing Goals. Our Values Guide Us Daily
- We listen, learn, and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Mr James Ban Job title: Consultant in Restorative Dentistry Email address:
[email protected]Consultant in Restorative Dentistry / Ymgynghorydd mewn Deintyddiaeth Adferol
