Dental OfficerNHS

Job summary

An enthusiastic salaried GDP is required to join a growing community dental service in Powys. This opportunity will allow an individual to practice NHS general dentistry in a supportive working environment where quality of care is the primary focus with access to excellent equipment. Individuals are encouraged to develop clinical skills and will be supported by other colleagues within the team. The base will be Llandrindod Wells. Full time - 37.5 hours per week. Part time considered.

Main duties of the job

A significant part of this role will be to provide a comprehensive range of NHS dental care for eligible adults and children in Powys, including GDS patients. The candidate will also provide courses of treatment for patients who are unable to access general dental services. As part of the wider team, you will also support the rest of the team to help improve access and reduce waiting times within the service.

We would particularly welcome applications from Welsh speakers; but even if you don't speak any Welsh, or want to develop your skills, don't worry; the health board will support you with training.

Job description

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

As a salaried general dental practitioner, you will get study leave, mileage allowance when travelling to other clinics away from your base and generous annual leave.

For informal enquires please email Warren Tolley, Associate Dental Director [email protected]

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.