Job Shadowing
Cynllun Ymwybyddiaeth Gwaith
the Roland Williams
Job Shadowing Scheme
Aims
Ř Share and update knowledge relating to special needs dental care
Ř Stimulate analysis of working practices
Ř Support all staff in all disciplines to develop special care skills
Ř Foster dental networks’ between special care dental services across Wales
It rotates between dentists, therapists, hygienists, nurses and oral health promotion advisers.
How does it work…
Two to three ‘shadowers’ are selected from applicants each year, with placement usually in spring/early summer. Bursaries are awarded to participants, and traveling /accommodation expenses are covered by the individual Trusts.
Modules include……………Care in the Community, Care of the Elderly, General Anaesthesia, Mental Health Problems, Physical Disability, Learning Disabilities, The Anxious patient , The Medically Compromised.
Feedback from participants………
‘…I would consider it an invaluable aspect of training for anyone specialising in this field of dentistry…’ (1991)
‘…an unforgettable job shadowing experience….’ (2000)
‘I thoroughly enjoyed our Job shadowing experience and gained a great deal of knowledge, much of which I have put into practice in my day to day work…’ (1998)
'..this aspect of dentistry was completely new to me and I found it very informative, interesting and exciting…’ (2000)
Contact a member of SIG for further information