Dental Health Educator

at  Swansea Bay University Health Board

To have a good understanding of medical syndromes, diseases and general illnesses and their effect on the oral cavity. This will include suggesting the most appropriate treatment depending on their illness. To have a wide range of experience working within the Dental service to provide a comprehensive advice service. To adapt oral health advice to meet the needs of the child.
To carry out dental interventions such as the application of topical fluoride to childrens teeth in schools or care settings. To ensure that all dental equipment is safe to use. To ensure that all equipment is disposed in a safe manner. To report when stock levels need replenishing.
To actively promote good dental hygiene. To work closely with dentists and other dental staff relating to patient needs. To adhere to all Health Board Policies and Procedures. To Adhere to GDC Guidelines.
To maintain professional skills. CommunicationTo demonstrate and adapt effective communication skills when providing, receiving and presenting sensitive and complex information to individuals or groups. To work within Welsh Assembly Government frameworks regarding oral health, nutritional and educational guidelines, policies and initiatives. To effectively communicate with children and where necessary their families regarding dental hygiene.
Provide in-depth advice to schools, children and parents regarding oral health. Re-assure children who may have phobias relating to dental treatment. Build good relationships with children to ensure that they understand the importance of good dental hygiene. Work with schools to identify any specific issues relating to dental health promotion.
Give clear advice and instruction to schools, children and their families regarding any dental issues that may require treatment or monitoring. Work closely with other members of the Community Dental Service to ensure that the needs of a defined population area are met.Education and Training/Staff ManagementTo be competent in teaching to all levels of age and ability and to be aware of cultural and language differences. Will be required to provide teaching to students in colleges including dental students and colleagues. To provide clinical supervision when required.Information Resources To prepare information resources using computer software to develop, create and update presentations, leaflets and other teaching resources.
To produce detailed records of all activities associated with topical fluoride application, oral health promotion and co-ordinate and assist in evaluation processes. FinanceTo maintain stock control and inform management of depleted stocks and resources and maintain current knowledge of available resources. Research and DevelopmentTo participate in Departmental Surveys.GENERALPerformance Reviews/Performance Obligation: The post holder will be expected to participate in the Health Boards individual performance review process to ensure continued professional development including rotationJob Limitations: At no time should the post holder work outside their defined level of competence. If the post holder has concerns regarding this, they should immediately discuss them with their Manager / Supervisor / Consultant.
All staff have a responsibility to inform those supervising their duties if they are not competent to perform a duty.Confidentiality: In line with the Data Protection Act 1998, the post holder will be expected to maintain confidentiality in relation to personal and patient information, as outlined in the contract of employment. The post holder may access information only on a need to know basis in the direct discharge of duties and divulge information only in the proper course of duties

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