LOCUM CONSULTANT
IN RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
GLASGOW DENTAL HOSPITAL &
SCHOOL
INFORMATION PACK
REF: 34149D
CLOSING DATE: NOON 1ST AUGUST 2014
www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs
SUMMARY INFORMATION
POST Locum Consultant in Restorative Dentistry or Locum Consultant in Prosthodontics
or Locum Consultant in Endodontics
BASE: GLASGOW DENTAL HOSPITAL & SCHOOL
A unique opportunity has arisen for suitably qualified colleagues to joint the Oral Health Directorate
of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. The post is based in Glasgow Dental Hospital and School,
which is the largest provider of specialist oral care in Scotland. We invite you to join our team and
participate in the provision of specialist services in the Dental Hospital for the patients of the West
of Scotland and beyond.
The successful appointee(s) may work full-time or on a sessional basis any part thereof and should
hold a specialist qualification in Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics or Fixed and Removable
Prosthodontics.
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East Dunbartonshire CHP
Oral Health Directorate
Glasgow Dental Hospital and School
Locum Consultant in Restorative Dentistry
or
Locum Consultant in Prosthodontics
or
Locum Consultant in Endodontics
Job Profile, July 2014
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Locum Consultant in Restorative Dentistry
or
Locum Consultant in Prosthodontics
or
Locum Consultant in Endodontics
Based at Glasgow Dental Hospital and School
378 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3JZ
Job Profile
1.
Glasgow and the Surrounding Area
Glasgow, with a population of around 740,000, is Scotland’s largest city, and one of
Europe’s liveliest with a varied and colourful social and cultural life which can cater
for every taste. Glasgow is currently gearing up to be proud host of the 2014
Commonwealth Games.
Glasgow is a city of contrasts; the bustle of a major commercial and business
centre, the greenery of parks and gardens, and a wealth of art galleries, museums,
cinemas and theatres. Newcomers quickly feel at home in this vibrant and friendly
city. Of particular note is the University’s Hunterian Museum that is the oldest
public museum in Scotland. The Hunterian Art Gallery has important art collections
and contains a reconstruction of Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s own house.
Glasgow has an extensive road and rail public transport system with one of the
largest commuter rail networks outside London and its own underground railway,
the ‘subway’, which serves the University and the centre of the city.
2.
Oral Health Directorate
The Oral Health Directorate is contained within the East Dunbartonshire Community
Health Council (CHP) and comprises a single NHSGGC Board wide organisation
structure incorporating:
- General Dental Services
- Primary Care Dental Services
- Secondary Care Dental Services
- Dental Public Health
- Oral Health Improvement
- Orthodontics situated within a General Hospital environment
Public Dental Service
This service operates on a citywide basis and provides care for patients who have
difficulty accessing mainstream dental services from 32 fixed clinics in Greater
Glasgow and Clyde. It compromises 59 dentists (consultant, specialist dental
officers, senior dental officers, dental officers) and support staff. Clinics have
receptionist and dental nurse support. The service has close links with Glasgow
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Dental Hospital and School and provides a substantial amount of outreach
teaching.
The Glasgow Dental Hospital and School
Glasgow Dental Hospital and School is situated in the centre of Glasgow. It is part
of the Oral Health Directorate structure and is the main referral centre for specialist
dental advice and treatment within the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health
Board area. It also fulfils a similar role for surrounding Health Boards and serves a
population of up to 3,000,000 people.
The Dental School delivers a modern, integrated Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
programme over five years to an undergraduate population of approximately 400
students. The School is ranked top in the UK for student satisfaction. Restorative
Dentistry is taught within the Clinical Dentistry Section. Taught postgraduate
programmes are offered in Primary Dental Care, Restorative Dentistry, Oral
Surgery and Orthodontics, with an option to specialise in Periodontics, Endodontics
or Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics in the second year of the Primary Dental
Care programme. Post graduate research opportunities are provided, within the
three main research themes within the University of Glasgow Dental School;
Infection and Immunity, Community Oral Health and Biotechnology and Craniofacial
Science. Investigating periodontal disease is a focus of the Infection and Immunity
Research Group and work ongoing at present includes development of complex in
vitro models of host-pathogen interactions, dissecting the role of cytokines in
periodontal disease and using patient based studies and in vivo models to
investigate the relationship between systemic diseases and periodontal disease.
The Infection and Immunity research group is closely linked to the UK’s only CPA
accredited Oral Microbiology Diagnostic laboratory for infectious oral diseases as
well as the University of Glasgow Institute for Infection, Immunity and Inflammation
and therefore offers excellent facility for the development of high quality basic and
translational research (http://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/dental/research/).
The
successful applicant will be provided the opportunity to participate in the delivery of
the undergraduate BDS, post-graduate and research activity to a limited extent.
The total number of chairs within the Hospital and School is approximately 160. In
addition there is an adjoining Postgraduate Centre and the Royal College of
Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow is a 10 minute walk away. There are strong
links with the University of Glasgow and other hospitals in the region and there is an
excellent library with on-line literature search facilities.
3.
Work of the Department
Restorative Dentistry embraces the clinical units of Prosthodontics (Fixed and
Removable), Periodontics, Endodontics, Anxiety Management and the School of
Dental Hygiene and Therapy.
3.1.
The Unit of Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics is situated on Level 6. It
comprises of dental chairs varied between open clinic and closed surgeries.
Also to be found on Level 6 is a modern production laboratory with a
complement of 7 technicians (who produce a comprehensive range of fixed
prostheses to a high standard). Situated on Level 2 is the Prosthodontic
(Removable) Production Laboratory, which undertakes the technical work for
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both dental staff and students with a complement of 18 dental technicians.
Also on Level 2 are seminar rooms and office accommodation for clinical,
technical and secretarial staff. The Unit of Prosthodontics (Fixed and
Removable) receives approximately 1600 new referrals per year, giving rise
to approximately 28,000 patient attendances. The current waiting time for
first consultation for non-urgent referrals to the Units is 6 weeks.
In addition to specialist opinions / treatment on general restorative dentistry
matters, the range of treatment includes services for patients with cleft
palate, patients who have had ablative surgery to the oral cavity or suffer
from hypodontia. A number of patients requiring specialist treatment are
treated with the use of osseo-integrated dental implants using both Nobel
Biocare and Straumann implant systems. The provision of implant dentistry
is subject to limited funding.
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3.2.
The Units of Periodontics and Endodontics, on Level 7 comprise of dental
chairs ranging from open clinic to closed room to more spacious surgical
rooms equipped for implant placement and surgical restorative dentistry.
Adjacent to the clinical areas are office accommodation for clinical and
secretarial staff. 3.6 WTE staff dental hygienists support the specialist
service in Periodontics and work as part of the Consultant led team. The
Unit receives approximately 1800 new referrals per year for periodontal input
and 1600 for endodontic problems from general dental practitioners as well
as a large number of tertiary referrals. The waiting time for first consultation
is currently 6 weeks.
3.3.
There is a School of Dental Hygiene and Therapy within the Department of
Restorative Dentistry that trains 14 students per year. Students are awarded
a BSc in Oral Health Science from Glasgow Caledonian University. This is a
3 year unclassified degree programme. Students undertake the full range of
permitted treatment within the SDHT and are supported by 3.9 FTE Hygiene
and Therapy Tutors, a Programme Director and a School Director. There is
close integration with BDS students both in GDH and at Outreach. Referrals
are taken from all areas of the Dental Hospital but particularly from the
Restorative Dentistry Department.
Staffing
NHS Consultants within the Restorative Specialities;
Miss Lynnsey Crane
Dr Laura Cross (teaching consultant)
Mr Alan Donaldson (Training Programme Director)
Mr Sachin Jauhar
Dr Kevin Jennings (Clinical Director Glasgow Dental Hospital)
Mr Lee Savarrio (Lead Clinician Restorative Dentistry)
Dr Jose Armas (Director SDHT)
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Honorary Consultants within Restorative
Professor Vince Bissell
Dr Shauna Culshaw
Professor Daryll Jagger
Dr Douglas Robertson
Mr Adrian Pace-Balzan
Other staff within the Restorative Specialities;
5 Specialist Registrars
4 SHO’s and 2 DFT’s
Senior Clinical University Teachers (2 wte)
Clinical Lecturers (2.2 wte)
Clinical Teachers (0.6 wte)
Other relevant staff:
Dental Instructors (1)
Programme Director /lead DCP 0.8
Staff Dental Hygienists 3.6
Tutor Dental hygienists and therapists 3.9
University Teachers (3 wte)
Dental Nurse - Multi-media laboratories (1 wte)
University Secretaries (1.0 wte)
NHS Secretaries (3 wte)
The above staffing levels reflect the staffing position within Restorative Dentistry at
the time this job description was compiled. Staffing levels will change to meet
future service and business priorities. The post-holder/holders must have an
interest in FRP and / or Endodontics. However, they may also be asked to carry
out duties in the other restorative disciplines. The post-holder/s may, under certain
circumstances, be expected to adjust his/her commitments from time to time in
agreement with the Lead Clinician and Clinical Director in order to accommodate
variations in service needs. The job plan will be negotiated under the 2004
Consultant Contract with the successful applicant.
5.
Duties
Clinical
The Consultant will provide a diagnostic and advisory service to patients referred to
the Department of Restorative Dentistry in the Dental Hospital. He/she will share
with Consultant colleagues responsibility for the proper functioning of the
Department. The Consultant will contribute to the professional supervision and
management of the Training Grades staff. There is a requirement to participate in
dental audit in ways that are acceptable to the Directorate in line with Clinical
Governance strategies. The successful applicant will report to the Lead Clinician in
Restorative Dentistry and will be professionally accountable to the Clinical Director
and managerially accountable to the Clinical Services Manager.
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Research
There is no formal commitment to undertake research. However, the successful
candidate will be encouraged to take an interest in clinical research, especially
where this is an inherent part of normal clinical duties with particular reference to
clinical trials being undertaken within the Unit.
Administration
Administrative duties include those that are associated with the care of patients.
The Consultant will also be required to co-operate with Hospital Management in the
efficient running of services and will be expected to share with Consultant
colleagues the responsibility of advising the Service Management on clinical
matters. There is a requirement to work within the financial and other constraints
decided upon by the Directorate.
6.
Specimen Weekly Job Plan
The job plan will be based upon 10 NHS sessions at a 9:1 ratio of DCC to SPA or
part thereof and will consist of new patient clinics solely for diagnosis and advice to
the referrer or arrangement for treatment in the Dental Hospital.
7.
Date when post is vacant
Available for immediate appointment
9.
Details of arrangements for applicants to visit Hospital
In the first instance, please contact:Mr. Lee Savarrio
Lead Clinician, Restorative
Dentistry
Glasgow Dental Hospital & School
378 Sauchiehall Street
GLASGOW
G2 3JZ
Tel: 0141 211 9686
Lee.savarrio@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
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East Dunbartonshire CHP
Oral Health Directorate
Glasgow Dental Hospital and School
Post Title: Locum Consultant in Restorative Dentistry or Locum Consultant in Endodontics or Locum
Consultant in Prosthodontics
Post
Ref No: 34149D
FACTORS
CRITERIA
MEANS OF ASSESSMENT
Application
Education
and
Professional
Qualifications
Essential
A1
A2
A3
Experience
X
B1
B2
Postgraduate higher degree
Completion of a recognised training
programme leading to the award of a
CCST in Fixed and Removable
Prosthodontics and / or Endodontics
and/or Restorative Dentistry or within 6
months of this
X
X
Essential
C1
Extensive experience in all aspects of
Restorative Dentistry
Broad experience in Restorative Dentistry
Subspecialty interests in Prosthodontics and
/ or Endodontics
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
D5
Experience of service provision in an NHS
Hospital
Experience of SHO / StR teaching
Experience of undergraduate and
postgraduate teaching in Restorative
Dentistry
Ability to train Training Grades Staff up to
specialist level
Experience of research
X
X
X
Essential
E1
E2
E3
Participation in Audit & Clinical Governance
Good Organisational skills
Good IT Skills
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Desirable
F1
Evidence of leadership role in Audit
X
X
X
Essential
G1
High ethical & professional standards in
clinical care
Excellent communication skills – written and
oral
Willingness and ability to work as part of a
team
Evidence of training in non-clinical
management skills
X
X
X
X
X
X
Desirable
D1
D2
D3
D4
Disposition
X
X
Interview
Desirable
C2
C3
Knowledge &
Skills
Full registration with GDC
Fellowship in Dental Surgery (Rest Dent) or
Membership in Restorative Dentistry from
one of the Royal Surgical Colleges
On or likely soon to be eligible for inclusion
on the GDC specialist list for Restorative
Dentistry and / or Fixed and Removable
Prosthodontics
Reference
G2
G3
G4
1
X
X
X
Desirable
H1
Knowledge of clinical risk management
2
X
X
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
The conditions of service are those laid down and amended from time to time by the Hospital and
Medical & Dental Whitley Council.
TYPE OF CONTRACT
Fixed Term
GRADE AND SALARY
Consultant
£ 76,001 £ 102,465 per annum (pro rata)
New Entrants to the NHS will normally commence on the minimum point of the
salary scale, (dependent on qualifications and experience). Salary is paid
monthly by Bank Credit Transfer.
HOURS OF DUTY
Full Time 40.00
SUPERANNUATION
New entrants to NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde who are aged sixteen but
under seventy five will be enrolled automatically into membership of the NHS
Pension Scheme. Should you choose to "opt out" arrangements can be made
to do this via: www.sppa.gov.uk
REMOVAL EXPENSES
Assistance with removal and associated expenses may be given and would be
discussed and agreed prior to appointment.
EXPENSES OF
CANDIDATES FOR
APPOINTMENT
Candidates who are requested to attend an interview will be given assistance
with appropriate travelling expenses. Re-imbursement shall not normally be
made to employees who withdraw their application or refuse an offer of
appointment.
TOBACCO POLICY
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde operate a No Smoking Policy in all premises
and grounds.
DISCLOSURE SCOTLAND
CONFIRMATION OF
ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN
THE UK
This post is considered to be in the category of “Regulated Work” and
therefore requires a Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups
Scheme (PVG) Membership.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) has a legal obligation to
ensure that it’s employees, both EEA and non EEA nationals, are legally
entitled to work in the United Kingdom. Before any person can commence
employment within NHS GGC they will need to provide documentation to
prove that they are eligible to work in the UK. Non EEA nationals will be
required to show evidence that either Entry Clearance or Leave to Remain in
the UK has been granted for the work which they are applying to do. Where
an individual is subject to immigration control under no circumstances will they
be allowed to commence until the right to work in the UK has been verified.
ALL applicants regardless of nationality must complete and return the
Confirmation of Eligibility to Work in the UK Statement with their completed
application form. You will be required provide appropriate documentation prior
to any appointment being made.
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REHABILITATION OF
OFFENDERS ACT 1974
The rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 allows people who have been
convicted of certain criminal offences to regard their convictions as “spent”
after the lapse of a period of years. However, due to the nature of work for
which you are applying this post is exempt from the provisions of Section 4 of
the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 by virtue of the Rehabilitation of
Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions Orders 1975 and 1986). Therefore, applicants
are required to disclose information about convictions which for other purposes
are “spent” under the provision of the act in the event of employment, failure to
disclose such convictions could result in dismissal or disciplinary action by
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. Any information given will be completely
confidential.
DISABLED APPLICANTS
A disability or health problems does not preclude full consideration for the job
and applications from people with disabilities are welcome. All information will
be treated as confidential. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde guarantees to
interview all applicants with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria for the
post. You will note on our application form that we ask for relevant information
with regard to your disability. This is simply to ensure that we can assist you,
if you are called for interview, to have every opportunity to present your
application in full. We may call you to discuss your needs in more detail if you
are selected for interview.
GENERAL
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde operates flexible staffing arrangements
whereby all appointments are to a grade within a department. The duties of an
officer may be varied from an initial set of duties to any other set, which are
commensurate with the grade of the officer. The enhanced experience
resulting from this is considered to be in the best interest of both NHS Greater
Glasgow and Clyde and the individual.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
The postholder will undertake their duties in strict accordance with NHS
Greater Glasgow and Clyde’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
NOTICE
The employment is subject to one months’ notice on either side, subject to
appeal against dismissal.
MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE
In terms of NHS Circular 1989 (PCS) 32 dealing with Medical Negligence the
Health Board does not require you to subscribe to a Medical Defence
Organisation.
Health Board indemnity will cover only Health Board
responsibilities. It may, however, be in your interest to subscribe to a defence
organisation in order to ensure you are covered for any work, which does not
fall within the scope of the indemnity scheme.
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FURTHER INFORMATION
For further information on NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, please visit our website on
www.show.scot.nhs.uk
View all our vacancies at: www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs
Register for Job Alerts at: www.medicaljobs.scot.nhs.uk
Applicants wishing further information about the post are invited to contact In the
first instance, please contact Mr. Lee Savarrio on 0141 211 9686 with whom
visiting arrangements can also be made.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for these posts please include your CV and names and addresses of 3 Referees,
along with the following documents; (click on the hyperlinks to open)
Medical and Dental Application and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form
Declaration Form Regarding Fitness to Practice
Immigration Questionnaire
Alternatively please visit www.nhsggc.org.uk/medicaljobs and click on the “How to Apply”
tab to access application for and CV submission information.
RETURN OF APPLICATIONS
Please return your application by email to nhsggcrecruitment@nhs.net or to the
recruitment address below;
Medical and Dental Recruitment Team
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde
Recruitment Services, 1st Floor
Modular Building, Gartnavel Royal Hospital
1055 Great Western Road
GLASGOW
G12 0XH
CLOSING DATE
The closing Date will be 01 August 2014
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