Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic colleague to join our well-established team delivering the Orthodontic service in Somerset
This is a permanent flexible consultant appointment to deliver between 4 PA's and 10 PA's per week. The days the sessions are delivered is negotiable.
This is a newly created post that offers the benefits of moving into a well-established department, which is multispecialty including restorative dentistry, maxillofacial and oral surgery, while enjoying plentiful opportunities for professional development. Working with a team of two other consultants, 2 Specialty doctors and a trainee therapist. There are numerous opportunities for mentoring and knowledge sharing.
Main duties of the job
We expect that you will join the team to provide a full range of orthodontic services, including taking an active role in the various MDTs. We currently hold MDTs for orthognathic and oral surgery patients, and a restorative MDT for the management of hypodontia. We are also open to hearing how we can complement our Orthodontic service with new skills and specialist interests in line with NHSE and the Commissioning Group's framework of services.
The trust can also offer you a sabbatical built into your contract. This comprises of 3 months every 5 years. Although unpaid leave, it is built into salary so you get paid 57/60ths every month, so by the time you get to the three months, you get paid as well.
About us
As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.
The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.
There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan - there is truly something for everyone!
Job description
Job responsibilities
We expect that you will join the team to provide a full range of orthodontic services, including taking an active role in the various MDTs. We currently hold MDTs for orthognathic and oral surgery patients, and a restorative MDT for the management of hypodontia. We are also open to hearing how we can complement our Orthodontic service with new skills and specialist interests in line with NHSE and the Commissioning Groups framework of services.
Please see the attached job Description
Job description
Job responsibilities
We expect that you will join the team to provide a full range of orthodontic services, including taking an active role in the various MDTs. We currently hold MDTs for orthognathic and oral surgery patients, and a restorative MDT for the management of hypodontia. We are also open to hearing how we can complement our Orthodontic service with new skills and specialist interests in line with NHSE and the Commissioning Groups framework of services.
Please see the attached job Description
Person Specification
Qualifications & training
Essential
- Registered GDC & on GDC specialist register in Orthodontics
- Successful completion of an SAC-approved 3 year training program in Orthodontics at consultant level
- Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Orthodontics
- Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Orthodontics (ISFE), or equivalent; or within six months of expected date of achieving ISFE.
Desirable
- Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of up to date knowledge in orthodontic techniques, including multidisciplinary care
- oUnderstanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies.
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in orthodontics and the use of a full range of orthodontic treatment techniques.
- Ability to manage complex orthodontic problems including providing care for cleft lip and palate, other craniofacial anomalies and restorative problems in conjunction with the Restorative Consultants
- Experience in planning and supervising treatment carried out by Specialty Dentists
- Experience of postgraduate and undergraduate teaching
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GDPs, nurses and other agencies
- Computer literate and able to adapt to utilising multiple IT support systems as part of working life.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
Planning & Organising Skills
Essential
- Experience in planning and providing orthognathic treatment in combination with Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
Person Specification
Qualifications & training
Essential
- Registered GDC & on GDC specialist register in Orthodontics
- Successful completion of an SAC-approved 3 year training program in Orthodontics at consultant level
- Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CCST in Orthodontics
- Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Orthodontics (ISFE), or equivalent; or within six months of expected date of achieving ISFE.
Desirable
- Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of up to date knowledge in orthodontic techniques, including multidisciplinary care
- oUnderstanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies.
Experience
Essential
- Wide experience in orthodontics and the use of a full range of orthodontic treatment techniques.
- Ability to manage complex orthodontic problems including providing care for cleft lip and palate, other craniofacial anomalies and restorative problems in conjunction with the Restorative Consultants
- Experience in planning and supervising treatment carried out by Specialty Dentists
- Experience of postgraduate and undergraduate teaching
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GDPs, nurses and other agencies
- Computer literate and able to adapt to utilising multiple IT support systems as part of working life.
Communication Skills
Essential
- Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills
Planning & Organising Skills
Essential
- Experience in planning and providing orthognathic treatment in combination with Maxillofacial Surgeons
- Ability to organise efficient and smooth running of a specialist service
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
