Specialist in Special Dental Care

The Specialist in Special Care Dentistry is a senior clinician within the CDS, responsible for providing high-quality, evidence-based dental care for patients with complex medical, physical, behavioural and social care needs. The postholder will provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and clinical management across a range of settings, including community dental clinics, domiciliary visits, residential and nursing homes, and hospital environments where appropriate. This includes the assessment and management of patients requiring conscious sedation and treatment under general anaesthesia. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the postholder will provide specialist advice and support to colleagues, manage referrals for complex cases, and contribute to the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care. The role includes educational supervision, teaching and supporting the professional development of the dental team. The successful candidate will demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism, integrity and clinical practice, with a commitment to collaborative working and continuous professional development,

• The postholder will contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and service development, undertaking delegated responsibilities including appraisal, safeguarding and clinical guideline development, while supporting the Clinical Director in the delivery of high-quality Special Care Dentistry services
• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and dental care for patients with complex medical, physical, behavioural and social care needs across community clinics, domiciliary settings, residential and nursing homes, and hospital environments as required.
• Assess and manage patients requiring conscious sedation and treatment under general anaesthesia, including multidisciplinary treatment planning and follow-up care.
• Provide specialist advice, support and clinical guidance to colleagues in the management of patients with complex special care needs.
• Contribute to the education, supervision and professional development of dentists, trainees and other members of the dental team, including acting as the named educational supervisor where appropriate.
• Support the Clinical Director in the delivery and continuous improvement of the Special Care Dentistry service through clinical governance, audit, quality improvement, safeguarding, guideline development and service evaluation.
  
  Bromley Healthcare, as a community interest company, offers an extensive array of services ranging from community nursing, including district nursing and health visiting, to specialised nursing care, along with therapy services catering to individuals across various age groups.
  
  Compensation is contingent upon NHS experience and current banding/pay point.
We provide an outstanding benefits package, which includes pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, a cycle-to-work scheme, access to home furnishings and electronics, access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP), discounts at various high street retailers, eligibility for the Blue Light Card, the opportunity to apply for low-interest personal loans, and an excellent lease car scheme. Additionally, we are continuously striving to enhance our employee benefits offerings.