HEE Midlands
Dental Core Training
Back to MapThis section of the website provides an overview of Dental Core Training (DCT) in Health Education England Midlands and East.
Here is a map showing the DCT Posts across East of England Region. Please run your mouse over the markers on the map to see a summary of information about the post and its location..
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DCT 1 Posts in East of England
Beds, Herts & Bucks OMFS Network (Northern Rotation) ‐ DCT 1 ‐ OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Ipswich Hospital, Oral Surgery Outpatients, Clinic F, Heath Road, Ipswich, IP4 5PD
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: Regular one to one supervised oral surgery sessions under LA/GA
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 25, 26, 27, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 53)
Clinical deliverable 2: Recognition and management of oral lesions including biopsy's with understanding of the 2WW pathway
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 12, 14, 15, 22, 24, 25, 26, 29, 35, 36, 40, 44, 47, 48)
Clinical deliverable 3: Managing dental emergencies and minor maxillofacial trauma that presents to A&E.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 4, 5, 8, 15, 21, 25, 34, 35, 38, 39, 40, 42,
45, 49)
Clinical deliverable 4: One to one supervision with a community dental list under GA including restorative treatment.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C1 Restorative Dentistry - 10, 11, 9, 18, 17)
Clinical deliverable 5: Weekly DCT clinic with a mix of new and follow-up patients.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C6 Oral Medicine - 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
Ipswich hospital is the main base for duration the post, however each week (Tuesday -Friday) one DCT will go to Colchester Oral surgery Department doing clinics, minor oral surgery and theatre.
Travelling Commitment
Ipswich hospital is 2.7 miles away from the nearest train station with good bus links to the hospital.
Park and ride is free for staff.
Colchester Hospital is a 45 minute drive from Ipswich Hospital or a 20 minute train journey.
Additional Information about the Post
On-call which is 9am-5pm will have a focus on dental assessment for oncology and ward patients, management of dental emergencies and soft/hard tissue trauma.
Minor oral surgery you will gain experience of orthodontic extractions and exposures of ectopic teeth, removal of cysts/pathology, surgical removal of wisdom teeth and coronectomies plus more.
Every week on Monday afternoon there will be a timetabled teaching session with the educational supervisor or middle grade.
Each week there is also a protected admin time.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: There are approximately 8 theatre, clinic and MOS sessions each week which are rotated between the 5 DCTs.
The standard working hours are: 9am-5pm Monday - Friday. Morning theatre sessions start at 7:30am.
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | No | No |
| Weekends | No | No | No |
The details are:
Day On-call 0800-1700. Supported by 2nd On-call ( Middle Grade) and 3rd On-call ( Oral Surgery Consultant)
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
There will be opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
Teaching programme
DCTs are encouraged to attend regional induction, courses.
Local programme
An educational supervisor is allocated at the start of the post. There are weekly afternoon teaching sessions on a Monday. There are 6-weekly clinical governance meetings.
Other opportunities
DCTs are encouraged to complete two Quality Improvement projects a year and assisted in publications, presentations and exam preparation.
Local facilities
The library in Ipswich is first class with helpful staff for research. There is a simulation suite (e.g cannulation, CPR ect) and a clinical skills room where we teach hands on oral surgery
Other facilities
Child care facilities are available on site. Trainees have access to computers. There is a restaurant, several coffee shops and a cafe on site. There is an on- call room in the doctors mess with snacks, TV and other activities available.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
ESNEFT, Ipswich Hospital, Heath Road, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP4 5PD.
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: liz.gruber@hee.nhs.uk
or any general Dental Core Training queries please contact: dctnro@hee.nhs.uk
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.esneft.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
Beds, Herts & Bucks OMFS Network (Southern Rotation) ‐ DCT 1 ‐ OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Centre, Lewsey Road, Luton, Beds LU4 0DZ
Location 2. Lister Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, Herts. SG1 4AB
Location 3. New QW II Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Howlands, Welwyn Garden City, Herts. AL7 4HQ
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: One to one supervision in carrying out minor oral surgery under LA and GA>br(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 12, 3, 4, 10, 16, 17, 18)
Clinical deliverable 2: Management of patients with complex medical conditions requiring treatment in oral and maxillofacial surgery in out-patient, day case and in-patient settings.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 13, 11, 6, 19, 44, 52)
Clinical deliverable 3: Close supervision in general out-patient clinics under the supervision of consultants
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 52, 53)
Clinical deliverable 4: Management of oral and maxillofacial emergencies and facial trauma
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery 15, 12, 8, 11, 13, 19, 25, 26, 30, 38, 42, 45, 46, 49, 52, 53)p>
Clinical deliverable 5: Attendance of sub-specialty out-patient clinics and assistance in major maxillofacial operations in theatre - facial deformity, head and neck cancers, TMJ surgery, surgical dermatology and sialoendoscopy.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 53, 12, 4, 7, 13, 14, 15, 21, 25, 52)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
Luton and Dunstable Hospital is the 'hub' of the rotation where all emergencies and in- patient treatments take place. The DCT also need to attend Lister Hospital, Stevenage and New QE2 Hospital, Welwyn Garden City in a weekly rotation. Oncall duties are only at Luton and Dunstable site.
Travelling Commitment
Distance between Luton and Dunstable Hospital and Lister Hospital is 15 miles, and 24 miles to Milton Keynes General Hospital. Public transport is available but it is preferable by car. All hospital has staff car parking which is chargeable.
Additional Information about the Post
The post-holder will be exposed to a full range of oral and maxillofacial pathologies, oral medicine, both simple and complex dento-alveolar surgery, patients with complex medical conditions, paediatric and adult facial trauma, skin malignancies, head and neck cancer diagnosis and management, TMJ surgery and sialoendoscopy. IV sedation for oral surgery is also undertaken regularly.
Protected time for teaching takes place every Friday afternoon and attendance is complusory. All trauma patients will be discussed. Various topics related to OMFS are delivered regularly by senior staff.
Each DCT is allocated an educational supervisor and an audit will be required to be completed. There are four regional teaching day at Cambridge and required to attend at least three. There is also an annual junior papers day and DCTs are encouraged to present on cases of their choice/ audit, or in poster format.
Each week there is also a protected admin time.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: On average, DCT attends 3 consultant clinics and three theatre sessions, either under LA or GA per week.
The standard working hours are: 1:12 full-shift, starting at 8.00 am ward round at Luton and Dunstable Hospital only. Night shift will involve Friday, Saturday and Sunday, followed by off duty for two days. Night shift on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday will be followed by off duty on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. DCT on-call during day time will have no other fixed clinical commitments. Working in Lister Hospital and New QEII Hospital is from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm.
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The details are:
On-call is only at Luton and Dunstable Hospital, and emergencies from the spoke hospitals are referred to Luton. Resident on-call in full shift system as described above. First on-call, with middle grade off-site second on-call and consultant off-site third on-call
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
There will be opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
Trust induction, including OMFS department induction, takes place one day before the start of the post
Teaching programme
4 whole day regional teaching during the 12 months duration of the post.p>
Local programme
Each DCT is allocated to an educational supervisor who is one of the OMFS consultants. Protected teaching time every Friday afternoons. Clinical governance half day every two months
Other opportunities
Each DCT is required to complete at least one audit project.
Local facilities
Office space is shared between DCTs with full computer and Internet access. Full library service is provided in the post-graduate centre (COMET). There is a grand round every Tuesday lunch time and all staff are encouraged to attend
Other facilities
There is a childcare facility adjacent to the hospital.
Comprehensive library facilities are available. Food and drink are available from the hospital restaurant with outof-hours vending machine. An on-site social club is also available for staff to use.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Bedfordshire Hospitals University Trust, Lewsey Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0DZ
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: robert.bunyan@ldh.nhs.uk
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust - Addenbrookes Hospital - DCT 1 - OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, Oral and maxillofacial Surgery, Cambridge biomedical Campus, Hills Road, Cambridge. CB2 0QQ
Location 2. Ely Day Surgery Unit, Day surgery Unit, Lynn Road, Ely. CB6 1DN
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Surgery, Paediatric OMFS, Oral Medicine
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: One to one supervised regular minor oral surgery list under LA
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 14, 27, 3, 28, 33, 43, 47)
Clinical deliverable 2: Recognition and management of oral lesions.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 2, 3, 4, 14, 22, 24)
Clinical deliverable 3: Management of non-elective Maxillofacial admissions ( trauma , oral facial
infections)
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 40, 53, 49, 50, 51, 52, 35, 38)
Clinical deliverable 4: Day surgery
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery 43, 7, 48, 27, 28, 32))p>
Clinical deliverable 5: Clinic - assessment, investigations and diagnosis, management.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 22, 5, 1, 4, 6, 9, 10, 14, 15, 18, 20, 24,
25, 26, 31, 52, 53)
Clinical deliverable 6: Diagnosis and treatment for orthodontic-surgical patient.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery – 16, 37)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
The posts are based at Addenbrookes hospital . All on-call commitments are at Addenbrookes Hospital ( there is no on-call over night for DCTs). Regular MOS, clinics, theatre and day surgery sessions. There are day surgery lists at Ely day surgery unit.
Travelling Commitment
The distance to Ely day surgery unit is 17 miles. 30 minutes by car. There is a train service between Cambridge and Ely.
Additional Information about the Post
The post-holder will gain experience of all aspects of OMFS including
- Dento-alveolar surgery,
- Adult and paediatric trauma,
- Facial deformity (Orthognathic),
- Skin cancer,
- Head and neck cancer
- Treatment of patients under local anaesthesia and general anaesthesia.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The standard working hours are: 1:5 8am to 7pm based on site only -supporting registrar and consultant
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | No |
| Weekends | No | No | No |
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
Opportunities for shadowing before the post commences are subject to local negotiation.
Trust induction and Local incition
Teaching programme
4 regional days per year and junior papers day.p>
Local programme
Each DCT allocated a consultant for educational supervisor. Regular teaching session Thursday PM. Clinical governance meeting every 3 months. Monthly audit and M&M meeting
Other opportunities
Regular Audit - reviewed each month at Audit meeting. Combined trauma and mortality and morbidity meeting.
Local facilities
Clinic has library space, also access to the medical school library.
Other facilities
Child care facilities on site, food hall and shops.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Cambridge University Hospitals Foundation NHS Trust, Hills Road, Cambridge
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: mark.thompson36@nhs.net
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
Peterborough and Stamford Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - DCT 1 - OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Peterborough City Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Department, Peterborough City Hospital, Bretton Gate, Peterbrough PE3 9GZ
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: Weekly supervised Minor Oral Surgery List
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 48, 47, 2, 3, 5, 7, 18, 17, 20, 21, 28, 27,
29, 32, 35, 36, 38, 40, 43, 44)
Clinical deliverable 2: 3 Consultant led Clinics a week
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 52, 44, 1, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 31, 38, 53)
Clinical deliverable 3: Once a week day case general anaesthetic oral surgery list
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 7, 29, 32, 33, 35, 36, 37, 43)
Clinical deliverable 4: Daily Ward rounds
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 36, 1, 5, 6, 9, 21, 25, 26, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42, 44, 45, 46, 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 53)p>
Clinical deliverable 5: 1:5 Non resident on-call.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 4, 6, 9, 10, 13, 17, 25, 26, 38, 41, 52,
53)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
No rotation.
Travelling Commitment
Once a month Clinic in Stamford. Hospital will provide transport if required.
Additional Information about the Post
Regular Friday pm teaching for DCTs delivered by Middle Grades and Consultants.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: 3 Clinics, 1 LA list, 1 Day Case GA list, 1 In-patient list per week.
The standard working hours are: 08:00-17:00
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The details are:
On-call is prospective and 8am to 8pm 1 in 4. The on-call DCT is expected to be on site and is always supported by a second on-call middle grade who is non resident (after 5pm) and by a middle grade and Consultant on site from 8am to 5pm.
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
There will be opportunities for shadowing before the post commences. Please contact mark.turner7@nhs.net
Teaching programme
4 Days varied appropriate topics, Junior Papers day in July for regional presentations.
Local programme
All DCTs will be allocated an Educational Supervisor upon appointment. Our DCTs are expected to attend the Friday morning teaching at the Royal London Hospital when not on-call. This gives them access to a range of teaching, both lectures and practical, covering the full breadth of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and also the chance to attend teaching run by the Dental Hospital.
Other opportunities
Monthly Audit meetings.
Local facilities
Shared office space with ENT juniors. Well stocked library.
Other facilities
Childcare facilities are available on-site for employees, subject to availability. An on-call room is bookable on request. Food and drink are available from the hospital restaurant, Costa, M&S Food and vending machines.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: mark.turner7@nhs.net
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust - DCT 1 - OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Princess Alexandra Hospital, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hamstel Road, Harlow, Essex. CM20 1QX
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: Regular one to one supervised minor oral surgery lists (GA/sedation/LA)
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 7, 2, 3, 11, 14, 18, 19, 22, 24, 27, 28, 29, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40, 42, 43, 48, 50)
Clinical deliverable 2: Management of emergency oral and maxillofacial emergency admissions
(dental trauma, maxillofacial trauma, orofacial infections)
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 51, 42, 34, 25, 5, 8, 11, 12, 26, 30, 35,
36, 38, 39, 40, 41, 45, 46, 48, 49, 50, 52, 53)
Clinical deliverable 3: Management of medically compromised patients (inpatient, outpatient and
daycase)
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 6, 13, 21, 26, 52))
Clinical deliverable 4: Regular assisting on Consultant theatre lists (dentoalveolar, maxillofacial
trauma, skin cancer, salivary gland surgery)
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 7, 3, 5, 12, 11, 14, 16, 18, 19, 20, 23, 27,
28, 29, 32, 33, 34, 35, 42, 43, 44)p>
Clinical deliverable 5: Regular allocation to Consultant led outpatient clinics (covering all aspects of
oral and maxillofacial surgery).
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 4, 6, 9, 10, 13, 17, 25, 26, 38, 41, 52,
53)
Clinical deliverable 6: Regular access to the management of facial lacerations.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery – 29, 35, 40, 46)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
This post is not rotational with all dayime and on-call activity based at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Harlow.
DCTs are expected to attend weekly Friday morning teaching at the Royal London Hospital when not on-call..
Travelling Commitment
The Royal London Hospital is 50 minutes by train from Harlow train station. DCTs are required to attend on Friday mornings for teaching, but are not required to be in Harlow that day if not on-call.
Additional Information about the Post
Princess Alexandra Hospital is a friendly, medium sized District General Hospital. The postholder will be an integral part of the OMFS team and will gain experience of
- Dentoalveolar surgery
- Adult and paediatric trauma
- Skin cancer
- Salivary gland pathology
- Head and neck cancer diagnosis and follow-up
- TMJ surgery,
- Treatment of patients under LA, GA and IV sedation
Protected time is given to attend the regional teaching and weekly Friday morning teaching. The department also holds monthly audit and clinical governance meetings. Encouragement is given to presenting projects and publications.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: Approximately per week:2-3 outpatient clinics1-2 minor oral surgery sessions 2 main theatre/day surgery sessions1 teaching session.
The standard working hours are: 1:5 8am to 7pm based on site only -supporting registrar and consultant
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | No |
| Weekends | No | No | No |
The details are:
On-call is prospective and 8am to 8pm 1 in 4. The on-call DCT is expected to be on site and is always supported by a second on-call middle grade who is non resident (after 5pm) and by a middle grade and Consultant on site from 8am to 5pm.
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
There will be opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
Prospective applicants are welcome to come and visit informally. New starters are encouraged to shadow before commencing in the post.
Teaching programme
The East of England Regional teaching programme includes a two day DCT induction, four designated study days throughout the year covering relevant topics and a Junior Papers Day designed for DCTs to have the opportunity to give regional oral and poster presentations.
Local programme
All DCTs will be allocated an Educational Supervisor upon appointment. Our DCTs are expected to attend the Friday morning teaching at the Royal London Hospital when not on-call. This gives them access to a range of teaching, both lectures and practical, covering the full breadth of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and also the chance to attend teaching run by the Dental Hospital.
Other opportunities
Regular Audit - reviewed each month at Audit meeting. Combined trauma and mortality and morbidity meeting.
Local facilities
The postgraduate centre offers a range of facilities and support, including life support courses, simulation training and a library with excellent librarian support.
Other facilities
Childcare facilities are available on-site for employees, subject to availability. An on-call room is bookable on request. Food and drink are available from the hospital restaurant, Costa, M&S Food and vending machines.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, Hamstel Road, Harlow, Essex CM20 1QX
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: kerry.flack@nhs.net
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.pah.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Trust - DCT 1 - OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust, Oral Surgery / Orthodontics, Gayton Road, King's Lynn PE30 4ET
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral Surgery and Orthodontics
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: Consultant led supervised clinics - New/review/emergency patients dealing with OMFS/ OS/ OM issues- 6 clinics in a week, as well as Joint Oral Surgery Orthodontics clinic/ Regional Cancer MDT/ Skin MDT occasionally.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 13, 26, 25, 52, 6, 12, 21, 1, 4, 15, 53, 44,
38)
Clinical deliverable 2: One to One supervised Minor Oral Surgical list under LA, LA/IV sedation and GA. 5 LA lists with 5 pts each , 1 IV sedation list with 4 pts each, 1.75 GA list with 4 pts each on a weekly basis.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 40, 47, 43, 27, 3, 4, 6, 7, 11, 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 22, 23, 26, 28, 29, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 42, 44, 48)
Clinical deliverable 3: IV Sedation -assessment and treatment clinic for patients with dental anxiety needing Oral Surgical procedures - weekly clinic- (according to rota) one to one supervision- Opportunity to get SAAD accreditation
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 5, 11, 36, 6, 38, 41, 44, 50, 29)
Clinical deliverable 4: Orthodontics- Attends New patient clinic and treatment clinic with Consultant. Practical experience -- hands on- fitting of bands , brackets and functional appliance etc.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C2 Orthodontics - 22, 16, 13, 5, 6, 7, 11, 14, 20, 21, 24)p>
Clinical deliverable 5: Day on-call in QEHKL, night and weekend at Norfolk and Norwich: 11 week cycle - 1 overnight on-call a week for 6 weeks(1 compensatory day off), 1 weekend (2 compensatory days), 4 weeks no overnight on-call.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 42, 39, 6, 8, 45, 30, 49, 51, 13, 21, 25,
26, 34, 40, 41, 46, 48, 50)
Clinical deliverable 6: Exposure to complex OMFS procedures in theatre, including: trauma (hard and soft tissue), odontogenic infection, orthognathics, salivary gland, head and neck cancer (excision + hard/soft tissue reconstruction).
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery – 53, 19, 4, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 29, 30, 35, 45,46, 48, 52)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
Job based at QEHKL. Job split between Oral Surgery and Orthodontics 60/40 split depending on DCT rota.
Travelling Commitment
1. Satellite clinic - Wisbech - NCH -each DCT once every six weeks app- 15 miles one way - 20 mins by car- Can take a lift with Consultant if needed.
2. On-call in Norwich - NNUH- 1 in 11 week ends - 45 miles - 50 mins by car. public transport available - bus..
Additional Information about the Post
The friendly working environment of the unit with the experience offered gives excellent preparation for the MJDF/MFDS. The vast majority of trainees have been successful in their exam sittings. Timetabled teaching session fortnightly and quarterly CG meetings. The trainee will be encouraged to take at least one service improvement project/ presentation and study leave allocated for quarterly regional study day. Trainees obtain practical experience in Orthodontics with a on site Lab at the QEH and many have gone on to specialist training posts. Can get IV sedation experience with possible SAAD accreditation if interested.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: Clinics - 6 per week - New pt/Review - Consultant Led.MOS- 5 LA - one to one supervised OS list. IV Sed - 1 session weekly GA- 1.75 sessions per week - Dentoalveloar.GA - OMFS exposure - when on-call and timetabled to spend all day in theatre ( 4 days in 11 week cycle) when on-call at night in NNUH - Trauma/ Infection/ Facial deformity / Head and Neck surgery. Fixed teaching session - fortnightly. 4 CG meetings in year in QEH and 3 CG meeting in NNUH.Regional Study day - 4 per year and 1 annual junior papers day..
The standard working hours are: 8.30 - 5.30 week days.
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | No | Yes | Yes |
| Weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The details are:
In an 11 week cycle -a. 6 on-call week days in Norwich- 17.30 to 9 am following day with following day with mandatory compensatory day off. b. One weekend in Norwich - 9.00 am Saturday to 9.00 am Monday - 48 hrs - 2 mandatory compensatory days - preceding Friday / following Monday.
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
There will be opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
Departmental induction both locally and Norwich. Didactic teaching and Hands on teaching - suturing , Venepucture, NG tube/ Catheter placement etc.
Teaching programme
Annual - 4 days - usually covers but not exclusive -Special care dentistry, OralSurgery , Restorative Dentistry and Head neck rehabilitation, Facial deformity with Orthodontics .
1 regional Junior papers day - opportunity to present projects / case reports /Audits.
Local programme
Allocated 1 Educational Supervisor and also 5 Clinical supervisors.
Protected teaching session - biweekly.
Journal club - Presentation in departmental meetings.
Clinical Governance meeting - local - 4 in QEHKL. Regional 3 in Norwich.
Other opportunities
Will have do any least one audit / Service improvement project in a year. Encouraged to take on more if interested. Research facilities available locally for interested candidates through East Anglia University.
Local facilities
24 hour access to Library with Internet access.p>
Other facilities
On site child care facility.
On site staff accommodation - single / family.
24 hours access to Doctors Mess with Tea/Coffee facility with TV to relax.
On site Canteen that serves Hot meal from 7.30 am to 8 pm
On site - Staff Gym / Staff well being facility/ classes.
On-call facility in Norwich - on-call room provided - Canteen serving hot meals
until 1 am.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust, Gayton Road , King's Lynn , PE30 4ET.
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: shankar.narayan@qehkl.nhs.uk
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.qehkl.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital - DCT 1 - OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Oral health Department, NNUH, Colney Lane, Norwich. NR4 7UY
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Clinic
Designated consultant based clinics with exposure to general oral medicine and patient planning process for surgical procedures
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 31, 38, 41, 42, 53, 52)
Clinical deliverable 2: Oral Surgery - Minor oral surgery.
Performing, under supervision, dento-alveolar procedures under local, sedation and general anesthetic
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 3, 4, 9, 10, 16, 20, 27, 28, 29, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40, 42, 43, 47, 48)
Clinical deliverable 3: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Theatre setting
Exposure to complex surgeries and provide assistance on rotation with head and neck oncology and orthognathics
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 37, 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17,
18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 31, 30, 34, 33, 32, 35, 36, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 47, 48, 49, 53)
Clinical deliverable 4: On-call and out of hours service
Providing in patient care and emergency first on-call services with close senior
support
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 18, 17, 16, 20, 21, 22, 24, 23)p>
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
All rotations are carried out at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital with the opportunity to visit James Paget Hospital to experience another hospital setting.
Each DCT is allocated a consultant with rotation every three months to provide a full range of experience in sub specialty areas including oncology, orthognathics and salivary..
Travelling Commitment
All duties a central to the NNUH, but if interested on gaining further experience, the James Paget hospital is 21 miles away. This provides day care operating and clinic experience.
Additional Information about the Post
As well as exposure to general surgery and oral medicine there are specialist oncology and orthognathic clinics run with full multidisciplinary interactions.
Opportunity to shadow the orthodontic team and develop additional competencies such as IV sedation via SAAD course..
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: Although there is variation depending on rotation the average week will include:
Clinics - 2
Minor oral surgery - 2
Theatre - 3
On-call - 2.5
The standard working hours are: Clinic day 9am - 5pm
Theatre day 7.30am - 5pm
On-call 8.30am -5.30pm
DCTs rotate every 3 months across 4 rotations
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The details are:
1 in 11nights
1 in 11 weekends
Daytime on-call is on site while out of hours is off site. Out of hours on-call includes cover for James Paget and Queen Elizabeth Hospitals. Excluding Tues second on-call is a Consultant.
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
Opportunities for shadowing before the post commences are subject to local negotiation.
We would encourage shadowing and are happy to provide this upon request.
Teaching programme
Regional programme includes 5 days teaching off site excluding induction.p>
Local programme
Protected teaching is given every Monday afternoon. This involves interactive teaching session, lecture based and practical skills in our skills lab. Journal club is also provided for discussion on relevant topics.
Other opportunities
DCTs are expected to actively engage in clinical governance and audit. A minimum of one audit is expected within the year with poster and presentation opportunities at regional / international conferences.
Local facilities
Good access to training materials in Hospital library and department. DCTs have one room with 2 computers but access to other departmental facilities..
Other facilities
An on-call room is provided for those who do not live on site during on-call duties.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Oral health Department, NNUH, Colney Lane, Norwich. NR4 7UY
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: david.mcanerney@nnuh.nhs.net
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https:// https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
DCT 2 Posts in East of England
Beds, Herts & Bucks OMFS Network (Northern Rotation) ‐ DCT 2 ‐ OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT “ level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Centre, Lewsey Road, Luton, Beds LU4 0DZ
Location 2. Bedford Hospital, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, South Wing, Kempston Road, Bedford MK42 9DJ
Location 3. Milton Keynes General Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Standing Way, Eaglestone, Milton Keynes MK6 5LD
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: One to one supervision in carrying out minor oral surgery under LA and GA
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery 21, 20, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 27, 28, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35)
Clinical deliverable 2: Management of patients with complex medical conditions requiring treatment in oral and maxillofacial surgery in out-patient, day case and in-patient settings.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 6, 11, 13, 18, 19, 21, 25, 26, 30, 38, 42, 44, 52)
Clinical deliverable 3: Close supervision in general out-patient clinics under the supervision of consultants
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 21, 22, 25, 26, 44)
Clinical deliverable 4: Management of oral and maxillofacial emergencies and facial trauma
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 39, 12, 8, 11, 13, 15, 19, 30, 40, 45, 46, 48, 49, 50, 51)p>
Clinical deliverable 5: Attendance of sub-specialty out-patient clinics and assistance in major maxillofacial operations in theatre - facial deformity, head and neck cancers, TMJ surgery, surgical dermatology and sialoendoscopy.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 4, 7, 12, 13, 42, 52)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
Luton and Dunstable Hospital is the 'hub' of the rotation where all emergencies and in- patient treatments take place. The DCT also need to attend Bedford Hospital and Milton Keynes General Hospital in a weekly rotation. On-call duties are only at Luton and Dunstable site.
Travelling Commitment
Distance between Luton and Dunstable Hospital and Bedford Hospital is 22 miles, and 18 miles to Milton Keynes General Hospital. Public transport is available but it is preferable by car. All hospital has staff car parking which is chargeable.
Additional Information about the Post
The post-holder will be exposed to a full range of oral and maxillofacial pathologies, oral medicine, both simple and complex dento-alveolar surgery, patients with complex medical conditions, paediatric and adult facial trauma, skin malignancies, head and neck cancer diagnosis and management, TMJ surgery and sialoendoscopy. IV sedation for oral surgery is also undertaken regularly.
Protected time for teaching takes place every Friday afternoon and attendance is complusory. All trauma patients will be discussed. Various topics related to OMFS are delivered regularly by senior staff.
Each DCT is allocated an educational supervisor and an audit will be required to be completed. There are four regional teaching day at Cambridge and required to attend at least three. There is also an annual junior papers day and DCTs are encouraged to present on cases of their choice/ audit, or in poster format.
Each week there is also a protected admin time.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: On average, DCT attends 3 consultant clinics and three theatre sessions, either under LA or GA per week.
The standard working hours are: 1:12 full-shift, starting at 8.00 am ward round at Luton and Dunstable Hospital only. Night shift will involve Friday, Saturday and Sunday, followed by off duty for two days. Night shift on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday will be followed by off duty on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. DCT on-call during day time will have no other fixed clinical commitments. Working in Bedford Hospital and Milton Keynes General Hospital is from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm.
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The details are:
On-call is only at Luton and Dunstable Hospital, and emergencies from the spoke hospitals are referred to Luton. Resident on-call in full shift system as described above. First on-call, with middle grade off-site second on-call and consultant off-site third on-call
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
There will be opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
Trust induction, including OMFS department induction, takes place one day before the start of the post
Teaching programme
4 whole day regional teaching during the 12 months duration of the post.p>
Local programme
Each DCT is allocated to an educational supervisor who is one of the OMFS consultants. Protected teaching time every Friday afternoons. Clinical governance half day every two months
Other opportunities
Each DCT is required to complete at least one audit project.
Local facilities
Office space is shared between DCTs with full computer and Internet access. Full library service is provided in the post-graduate centre (COMET). There is a grand round every Tuesday lunch time and all staff are encouraged to attend
Other facilities
There is a childcare facility adjacent to the hospital.
Comprehensive library facilities are available. Food and drink are available from the hospital restaurant with outof-hours vending machine. An on-site social club is also available for staff to use.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Bedfordshire Hospitals University Trust, Lewsey Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0DZ
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: robert.bunyan@ldh.nhs.uk
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
Beds, Herts & Bucks OMFS Network (Southern Rotation) ‐ DCT 2 ‐ OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 2 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Luton and Dunstable University Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Centre, Lewsey Road, Luton, Beds LU4 0DZ
Location 2. Lister Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, Herts. SG1 4AB
Location 3. New QW II Hospital, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Howlands, Welwyn Garden City, Herts. AL7 4HQ
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: One to one supervision in carrying out minor oral surgery under LA and GA>br(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 12, 3, 4, 10, 16, 17, 18)
Clinical deliverable 2: Management of patients with complex medical conditions requiring treatment in oral and maxillofacial surgery in out-patient, day case and in-patient settings.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 13, 11, 6, 19, 44, 52)
Clinical deliverable 3: Close supervision in general out-patient clinics under the supervision of consultants
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 9, 13, 15, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 52, 53)
Clinical deliverable 4: Management of oral and maxillofacial emergencies and facial trauma
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery 15, 12, 8, 11, 13, 19, 25, 26, 30, 38, 42, 45, 46, 49, 52, 53)p>
Clinical deliverable 5: Attendance of sub-specialty out-patient clinics and assistance in major maxillofacial operations in theatre - facial deformity, head and neck cancers, TMJ surgery, surgical dermatology and sialoendoscopy.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 53, 12, 4, 7, 13, 14, 15, 21, 25, 52)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
Luton and Dunstable Hospital is the 'hub' of the rotation where all emergencies and in- patient treatments take place. The DCT also need to attend Lister Hospital, Stevenage and New QE2 Hospital, Welwyn Garden City in a weekly rotation. On-call duties are only at Luton and Dunstable site.
Travelling Commitment
Distance between Luton and Dunstable Hospital and Lister Hospital is 15 miles, and 24 miles to Milton Keynes General Hospital. Public transport is available but it is preferable by car. All hospital has staff car parking which is chargeable.
Additional Information about the Post
The post-holder will be exposed to a full range of oral and maxillofacial pathologies, oral medicine, both simple and complex dento-alveolar surgery, patients with complex medical conditions, paediatric and adult facial trauma, skin malignancies, head and neck cancer diagnosis and management, TMJ surgery and sialoendoscopy. IV sedation for oral surgery is also undertaken regularly.
Protected time for teaching takes place every Friday afternoon and attendance is complusory. All trauma patients will be discussed. Various topics related to OMFS are delivered regularly by senior staff.
Each DCT is allocated an educational supervisor and an audit will be required to be completed. There are four regional teaching day at Cambridge and required to attend at least three. There is also an annual junior papers day and DCTs are encouraged to present on cases of their choice/ audit, or in poster format.
Each week there is also a protected admin time.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: On average, DCT attends 3 consultant clinics and three theatre sessions, either under LA or GA per week.
The standard working hours are: 1:12 full-shift, starting at 8.00 am ward round at Luton and Dunstable Hospital only. Night shift will involve Friday, Saturday and Sunday, followed by off duty for two days. Night shift on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday will be followed by off duty on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. DCT on-call during day time will have no other fixed clinical commitments. Working in Lister Hospital and New QEII Hospital is from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm.
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The details are:
On-call is only at Luton and Dunstable Hospital, and emergencies from the spoke hospitals are referred to Luton. Resident on-call in full shift system as described above. First on-call, with middle grade off-site second on-call and consultant off-site third on-call
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
There will be opportunities for shadowing before the post commences.
Trust induction, including OMFS department induction, takes place one day before the start of the post
Teaching programme
4 whole day regional teaching during the 12 months duration of the post.p>
Local programme
Each DCT is allocated to an educational supervisor who is one of the OMFS consultants. Protected teaching time every Friday afternoons. Clinical governance half day every two months
Other opportunities
Each DCT is required to complete at least one audit project.
Local facilities
Office space is shared between DCTs with full computer and Internet access. Full library service is provided in the post-graduate centre (COMET). There is a grand round every Tuesday lunch time and all staff are encouraged to attend
Other facilities
There is a childcare facility adjacent to the hospital.
Comprehensive library facilities are available. Food and drink are available from the hospital restaurant with outof-hours vending machine. An on-site social club is also available for staff to use.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Bedfordshire Hospitals University Trust, Lewsey Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0DZ
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: robert.bunyan@ldh.nhs.uk
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Trust - Addenbrookes Hospital – DCT 2 - OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 1 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge, Oral and maxillofacial Surgery, Cambridge biomedical Campus, Hills Road, Cambridge. CB2 0QQ
Location 2. Ely Day Surgery Unit, Day surgery Unit, Lynn Road, Ely. CB6 1DN
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Surgery, Paediatric OMFS, Oral Medicine
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: One to one supervised regular minor oral surgery list under LA
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 14, 27, 3, 28, 33, 43, 47)
Clinical deliverable 2: Recognition and management of oral lesions.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 2, 3, 4, 14, 22, 24)
Clinical deliverable 3: Management of non-elective Maxillofacial admissions ( trauma , oral facial
infections)
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 40, 53, 49, 50, 51, 52, 35, 38)
Clinical deliverable 4: Day surgery
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery 43, 7, 48, 27, 28, 32))p>
Clinical deliverable 5: Clinic - assessment, investigations and diagnosis, management.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 22, 5, 1, 4, 6, 9, 10, 14, 15, 18, 20, 24,
25, 26, 31, 52, 53)
Clinical deliverable 6: Diagnosis and treatment for orthodontic-surgical patient.
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery – 16, 37)
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
The posts are based at Addenbrookes hospital . All on-call commitments are at Addenbrookes Hospital ( there is no on-call over night for DCTs). Regular MOS, clinics, theatre and day surgery sessions. There are day surgery lists at Ely day surgery unit.
Travelling Commitment
The distance to Ely day surgery unit is 17 miles. 30 minutes by car. There is a train service between Cambridge and Ely.
Additional Information about the Post
The post-holder will gain experience of all aspects of OMFS including
- Dento-alveolar surgery,
- Adult and paediatric trauma,
- Facial deformity (Orthognathic),
- Skin cancer,
- Head and neck cancer
- Treatment of patients under local anaesthesia and general anaesthesia.
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The standard working hours are: 1:5 8am to 7pm based on site only -supporting registrar and consultant
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | No |
| Weekends | No | No | No |
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
Opportunities for shadowing before the post commences are subject to local negotiation.
Trust induction and Local incition
Teaching programme
4 regional days per year and junior papers day.p>
Local programme
Each DCT allocated a consultant for educational supervisor. Regular teaching session Thursday PM. Clinical governance meeting every 3 months. Monthly audit and M&M meeting
Other opportunities
Regular Audit - reviewed each month at Audit meeting. Combined trauma and mortality and morbidity meeting.
Local facilities
Clinic has library space, also access to the medical school library.
Other facilities
Child care facilities on site, food hall and shops.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Cambridge University Hospitals Foundation NHS Trust, Hills Road, Cambridge
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: mark.thompson36@nhs.net
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital - DCT 2 - OMFS
Level of Training post and duration
This post is at DCT 2 level and has a duration of 12 Months.
Location
Location 1. Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, Oral health Department, NNUH, Colney Lane, Norwich. NR4 7UY
Specialties and/or clinical focus within post
The main specialties of this post are: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Key clinical deliverables that can be achieved within this post
Clinical deliverable 1: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Clinic
Designated consultant based clinics with exposure to general oral medicine and patient planning process for surgical procedures
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 1, 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 31, 38, 41, 42, 53, 52)
Clinical deliverable 2: Oral Surgery - Minor oral surgery.
Performing, under supervision, dento-alveolar procedures under local, sedation and general anesthetic
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 3, 4, 9, 10, 16, 20, 27, 28, 29, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40, 42, 43, 47, 48)
Clinical deliverable 3: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Theatre setting
Exposure to complex surgeries and provide assistance on rotation with head and neck oncology and orthognathics
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery - 37, 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 16, 17,
18, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 29, 31, 30, 34, 33, 32, 35, 36, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 47, 48, 49, 53)
Clinical deliverable 4: On-call and out of hours service
Providing in patient care and emergency first on-call services with close senior
support
(Mapped to DCT Curriculum points: C3 Oral Surgery 1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 18, 17, 16, 20, 21, 22, 24, 23)p>
You can access a copy of the DCT Curriculum at: https://www.copdend.org/postgraduate-training/dental-core-training-curriculum/
Rotational Post information
All rotations are carried out at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital with the opportunity to visit James Paget Hospital to experience another hospital setting.
Each DCT is allocated a consultant with rotation every three months to provide a full range of experience in sub specialty areas including oncology, orthognathics and salivary..
Travelling Commitment
All duties a central to the NNUH, but if interested on gaining further experience, the James Paget hospital is 21 miles away. This provides day care operating and clinic experience.
Additional Information about the Post
As well as exposure to general surgery and oral medicine there are specialist oncology and orthognathic clinics run with full multidisciplinary interactions.
Opportunity to shadow the orthodontic team and develop additional competencies such as IV sedation via SAAD course..
Temporary Registrants
This post is NOT suitable for temporary registrants.
Primary Dental Service
This post does not involve working in Primary Dental Care
Pattern of Working
The approximate number of treatment sessions per working week is: Although there is variation depending on rotation the average week will include:
Clinics - 2
Minor oral surgery - 2
Theatre - 3
On-call - 2.5
The standard working hours are: Clinic day 9am - 5pm
Theatre day 7.30am - 5pm
On-call 8.30am -5.30pm
DCTs rotate every 3 months across 4 rotations
There is an on-call commitment, the pattern of which is:
| Daytime | Evening | Overnight | |
| Weekdays | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weekends | Yes | Yes | Yes |
The details are:
1 in 11nights
1 in 11 weekends
Daytime on-call is on site while out of hours is off site. Out of hours on-call includes cover for James Paget and Queen Elizabeth Hospitals. Excluding Tues second on-call is a Consultant.
Educational and Induction programme Including Trust and Library Facilities
The Educational and Induction Programme includes:
Induction
A Trust induction will be provided.
A Regional induction will be provided.
Opportunities for shadowing before the post commences are subject to local negotiation.
We would encourage shadowing and are happy to provide this upon request.
Teaching programme
Regional programme includes 5 days teaching off site excluding induction.p>
Local programme
Protected teaching is given every Monday afternoon. This involves interactive teaching session, lecture based and practical skills in our skills lab. Journal club is also provided for discussion on relevant topics.
Other opportunities
DCTs are expected to actively engage in clinical governance and audit. A minimum of one audit is expected within the year with poster and presentation opportunities at regional / international conferences.
Local facilities
Good access to training materials in Hospital library and department. DCTs have one room with 2 computers but access to other departmental facilities..
Other facilities
An on-call room is provided for those who do not live on site during on-call duties.
Employer
The details of the employing trust/organisation are:
Oral health Department, NNUH, Colney Lane, Norwich. NR4 7UY
Contact email for applicant queries relating to the post
Please use this email address for further information about this post: david.mcanerney@nnuh.nhs.net
Relevant web links
Here are relevant web links:
https:// https://www.nnuh.nhs.uk/
Please note, the information contained in this post description is indicative and subject to change.