Senior Dental Officer - Special Care (Maternity Cover)

Transformationunitgm; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 81,000 - GBP 96,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wolverhampton is seeking a motivated Senior Dental Officer for a maternity cover position to provide high-quality dental care to Special Care Dental patients. The role requires expertise in community dentistry, a valid BDS or equivalent, and GDC registration. The position is part-time (22.5 hours per week) with a salary range of £81,716 - £95,579. The ideal candidate will work closely with a diverse team to enhance dental health in the community, particularly for frail and elderly patients.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate in dentistry and hold current GDC registration.
• Experience of teaching or mentoring is preferred.
• Evidence of high-quality dentistry for special needs patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide maternity cover and improve dental health for special care patients.
• Deliver comprehensive dental care under General Anaesthesia.
• Manage and supervise junior staff and other team members.

Skills

Clinical governance

Experience in community dentistry

Communication skills

Sedation experience

Education

BDS or equivalent

GDC Registration

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Wolverhampton is seeking a motivated Senior Dental Officer for a maternity cover position to provide high-quality dental care to Special Care Dental patients. The role requires expertise in community dentistry, a valid BDS or equivalent, and GDC registration. The position is part-time (22.5 hours per week) with a salary range of £81,716 - £95,579. The ideal candidate will work closely with a diverse team to enhance dental health in the community, particularly for frail and elderly patients.