Dental Officer - OOH Urgent Dental Care
| Posting date: | 17 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Negotiable |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 April 2026 |
| Location: | Worcester, WR1 3DB |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9798-2124 |
Summary
Provide urgent and emergency dental care within the Out of Hours Service. Maintain accurate electronic patient records using the Dental EPR system. Obtain informed consent in line with Trust policy and the Mental Capacity Act. Recognise and manage medical emergencies, following Trust emergency drugs protocols. Comply with IRMER, infection control, Health & Safety and other clinical policies Follow Out of Hours Standard Operating Procedures and NHS BSA claims processes. Work collaboratively with dental nurses, reception and wider healthcare teams. Use equipment and consumables appropriately and safely. Participate in CPD, audit, peer review and other clinical governance activities. Report incidents and contribute to maintaining a safe, patientcentred service. For full details of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.