PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR NTN in ENDODONTICS 2016

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1 PERSON SPECIFICATION FOR NTN in ENDODONTICS 2016 Suitability is based on demonstration of a sound foundation of knowledge, background experience and performance as a general dental practitioner; furthermore, the applicant should demonstrate numerous qualities, aptitudes, attitudes and attributes evident in the individual aspiring to reach a high level of clinical and academic excellence in their chosen discipline. The selection process will seek to evaluate the individual s desire, motivation and ability to learn, progress, and serve the broader community through specialisation in their chosen discipline. The characteristics include the individual s awareness of and intent about quality of service delivery, ethical stance, learning aptitude (in academic, clinical, and technical aspects), desire for deep learning and improvement of technical and clinical, preparedness for hard work through group and individual activities (for which teamwork and leadership qualities are essential), ability to multi-task, mental and physical resilience, and motivational drives to name a sample. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS BDS (or equivalent) by time of application Other degrees / qualifications Eligible for registration with the GDC by 6 months after advert opening (30 May 2016) Prizes and honours Evidence of active learning after graduation CLINICAL EXPERIENCE A minimum of two years of broad postgraduate clinical dental experience by time of appointment More than two years of broad clinical experience Preferably no long history of limiting practice to endodontics or indeed any other discipline Preferably no absence from clinical dentistry for periods longer than 6 months 1 CLINICAL SKILLS Good general patient management Good operative / restorative Good manual dexterity and hand / eye co-ordination Good understanding of restorative treatment planning Competent to work without direct supervision where appropriate; knows own limitations Clear, logical thinking showing an analytical/scientific approach Ref, Good experience of: Restorative treatment Crown and bridgework Endodontic therapy Minor oral surgery i.e. surgical tooth extraction, 1 With the exception of statutory reasons 1

2 ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE Appropriate level of clinical knowledge Knowledge of evidenceinformed practice Awareness of own limitations Understanding of clinical risk management Ref Demonstrate breadth of experience and awareness in and outside specialty Demonstrate use of evidence-informed practice Knowledge of Specialist List Understand NHS organisation Understand private practice delivery Information technology Understanding of clinical governance Evidence of clinical Audit ORGANISATION & PLANNING Ability to organise oneself & own work Ability to prioritise workload Experience and ability to team-work in multiprofessional teams, Ref Financial awareness Experience of organising and managing staff, rotas or events TEACHING SKILLS Enthusiasm for teaching and propagation of acquired knowledge and, Ref Evidence of teaching experience Teaching exposure to different groups Exposure to different teaching methods ACADEMIC/ RESEARCH Potential for development as a clinical academic Familiarity with publications and potential developments in the specialty Research experience, T Understand principles of research governance and ethic 2

3 ESSENTIAL Publications and presentations, CAREER PROGRESSION Clarity of career aspirations Understanding of how Master s Degree /Specialist training will provide opportunities for career development Progression of career consistent with personal circumstances PERSONAL SKILLS All applicants to have demonstrable in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: that applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical/dental training in English; or, Ref The ability to produce legible notes T have achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS)in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application Overall 7.5, Speaking 7, Listening 7, Reading 7, Writing 7 If applicants believe they have adequate communication but do not fit into one of these examples they must provide supporting evidence DECISIVENESS/ ACCOUNTABILITY (ability to take responsibility, show leadership, make decisions, exert appropriate authority) INTERPERSONAL SKILLS (see patients as people, empathise, work co-operatively with others, open and nondefensive, sense of, Ref 3

4 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL humour) USE A NON- JUDGMENTAL APPROACH TO PATIENTS AND COLLEAGUES regardless of their sexuality, ethnicity, disability, religious beliefs or financial status FLEXIBILITY (able to change and adapt, respond to rapidly changing circumstances) THOROUGHNESS (is well prepared, shows self-discipline / commitment, is punctual and meets deadlines) SHOWS INITIATIVE/ DRIVE/ENTHUSIASM (self-starter, motivated, shows curiosity, initiative) PROBITY (displays honesty, integrity, aware of ethical dilemmas, respects confidentiality) Meets professional health requirements Ref, Ref RESILIENCE (able to operate under pressure, cope with setbacks, selfaware) preemployment health screening 4

5 Tests Practical tests (one & half hours) 1. Full gold crown preparation on UR6. 2. Cut an appropriately designed access cavity in a molar and locate all canal orifices. 3. Root canal preparation on a plastic tooth with simulated canal system. Critical reading test (one hour) Critical appraisal of two scientific articles related to Endodontics, written in a concise summary for each. The selection panel will seek critical analysis of the outcomes of these tests at their conclusion. 5