Community Dental Officer

To be responsible for the completion of clinical and administrative data required by the Department of Community Special Care Dentistry for contractual, research or audit purposes. To change and adapt professional duties at short notice as required by the needs of the Department. To work from more than one clinical base during the week as determined by the needs of the service To maintain a high standard of personal integrity and professional competence including a commitment to Continuing Professional Development. All dental officers are required to keep accurate records of all CPD activity, as this will form part of mandatory requirements for revalidation by the General Dental Council. To participate in Peer Review, Clinical Governance and annual Departmental Study Days within the Department of Community Special Care Dentistry To take responsibility for the safety and security of the working environment specifically with reference to health and safety at work legislation, control of substances hazardous to health, risk management and local and national decontamination guidelines. The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and well being and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. Attending such courses or postgraduate training as requested including the Trusts mandatory training courses. Attending other meetings as directed by the Consultant/Head of Department or his/her authorised deputies. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.