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This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and ambitious team with a shared vision of improving standards of Oral Medicine care. This newly established 10 PA post reflects the need to develop and enhance secondary and tertiary Oral Medicine services in Leeds and surrounding areas. The post is offered by the Leeds Dental Institute in partnership with the School of Dentistry at the University of Leeds reflecting the key role of education in workforce professional development for students and registrants.

The successful applicant must hold full registration with the General Dental Council (GDC) and be on the Specialist list for Oral Medicine or within 6 months of CCST at the time of interview, if currently within a training programme within the UK. In accordance with the consultant appointment regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the GDC Specialist List at the point of taking up the post.

Main duties of the job

A commitment to teaching and training the workforce is essential. The role will include opportunities to work within a team to develop quality improvement and leadership skills., 2.1 The post is an appointment for an Oral Medicine Consultant with the objectives:
1. Deliver a consultant-led Oral Medicine clinical service across the breadth of specialist practice as part of an integrated team of Oral Medicine specialists.

2. Have an important role in education and workforce development.

3. Have a commitment to personal development aligned with the priorities of the Oral Medicine team.

• BDS, BChD or equivalent (registrable dental degree).


• Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent.


• Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Oral Medicine or equivalent before commencing the post.


• Eligible for full registration with the GDC at time of appointment.


• On the GDC Specialist List in Oral Medicine (or within 6 months of eligibility for inclusion from date of interview). YOUR GDC NUMBER MUST BE STATED IN YOUR APPLCATION.


• Eligibility to work in the UK.


• Is up to date and fit to practise safely.


Desirable

• Medical degree.


• Relevant Postgraduate qualification or equivalent.


• Full registration with the GMC (with a licence to practise).


Experience
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical experience and competence in Oral Medicine.


Desirable

• Previous experience of clinical supervision of postgraduate and undergraduate dental students.


Management, Interpersonal Skills & Other Criteria
Essential

• Understanding of current issues in the NHS.


• Well organised and skilled in good time management.


• Effective interpersonal skills.


• Demonstrate ability to relate to and work within a team.


• Hold full GDC Registration with a license to practice.


• Entry on the GDC Specialist Register via:


• CCT (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview) CESR (or) international applicants should comply with the GMC specialty registration process


Desirable

• Attendance at recognised management course.


Training, Research, Teaching & Audit
Essential

• Successful completion of an SAC-approved training programme in Oral Medicine, or within 6 months of completion, or equivalent.


• Evidence of the ability to carry out medical research.


• Experience in training undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors.


• Experience of participation in regular clinical audit.


Desirable

• Publications in relevant peer-reviewed journals.


• Previous experience of supervising research by junior staff.


• Previous attendance on Appraisal Techniques and Small Group Teaching Workshops.
  
  Leeds Teaching Hospitals is one the largest teaching hospital trusts in Europe, with access to leading clinical expertise and medical technology. We care for people from all over the country as well as the 780,000 residents of Leeds itself. The Trust has a budget of £1 billion. Our 17,000 staff ensure that every year we see and treat 1,500,000 people in our 2,000 beds or out-patient settings, comprising 100,000 day cases, 125,000 in-patients, 260,000 A& E visits and 1,050,000 out-patient appointments. We operate from 7 hospitals on 5 sites all linked by the same vision, philosophy and culture to be the best for specialist and integrated care.


Our vision is based on The Leeds Way, which is a clear statement of who we are and what we believe, founded on values of working that were put forward by our own staff. Our values are to be, In relation to this post, this is a 1.0 wte post created to join the team and work within an exciting and dynamic environment. The role will primarily be based at the Leeds Dental Institute (LDI) with flexibility required to deliver care at other LTHT. There will be an emphasis on service, education and leadership development through multi-disciplinary working. The appointee will be encouraged to develop an area of specialist practice over time.