Orthodontic Therapist (XR07)
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Job summary
To work within Leeds Dental Institute leading, coordinating and developing effective orthodontic therapy intervention in orthodontics, in conjunction with the clinical head and other consultant colleague
Main duties of the job
JOB PURPOSE
Provide an orthodontic service implementing care plans and performing non-complex orthodontic procedures.
Provide a specialist contribution to the clinical management of patients requiring orthodontic treatment working in collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals in order to improve patient care.
Conduct research and audit on delivery of patient care.
Facilitate, participate in audit and quality assurance programme, and promote evidence based practice.
Responsible for the teaching, mentoring and assessment of students, trainees and professional staff therefore promoting a learning culture.
The post is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, responsible for specialised clinical skills and leadership competencies promoting the effective and economical use of available resources and contributes to the delivery of a budgetary balance.
The job holder is accountable for own actions within their scope of practice as determined by the General Dental Council without direct supervision (in line with British Orthodontic Society Guidelines) and accountable for the actions of unqualified members of staff.
About us
To work within Leeds Dental Institute leading, coordinating and developing effective orthodontic therapy intervention in orthodontics, in conjunction with the clinical head and other consultant colleague.
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Details
Date posted
11 September 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£43,742 to £50,056 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9298-LDI-052
Job locations
Leeds Dental Institute
Clarendon Way
Leeds
LS2 9LU
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide an orthodontic service implementing care plans and performing non-complex orthodontic procedures.
Provide a specialist contribution to the clinical management of patients requiring orthodontic treatment working in collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals in order to improve patient care.
Conduct research and audit on delivery of patient care.
Facilitate, participate in audit and quality assurance programme, and promote evidence based practice.
Responsible for the teaching, mentoring and assessment of students, trainees and professional staff therefore promoting a learning culture.
3. JOB DIMENSIONS
The post is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, responsible for specialised clinical skills and leadership competencies promoting the effective and economical use of available resources and contributes to the delivery of a budgetary balance.
The job holder is accountable for own actions within their scope of practice as determined by the General Dental Council without direct supervision (in
line with British Orthodontic Society Guidelines) and accountable for the actions of unqualified members of staff line with British Orthodontic Society Guidelines) and accountable for the actions of unqualified members of staff
4. ORGANISATIONAL CHART
Clinical Director
Clinical Lead
Consultant
Advanced Practitioner- Orthodontic Therapist
Nurses
5. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
See attached Person Specification
6. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Additionally the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:
The beliefs and attitudes that underpin effective performance within the job role. Emphasis should be on the requirements of the role not the individual when completing this section. Examples might include: quality focus, mistakes are used as a continual learning experience, honesty, integrity etc.
7. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS
The post holder must be able to work as part of a dental team and demonstrate good communication skills. They must be able to demonstrate good manual skills in relation to their clinical ability, enabling them to carry out all the duties of a qualified orthodontic therapist. Basic computer literacy is essential.
8. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
The post holder must be able to interact professionally with patients, staff and students within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. They must be able to respect patient confidentiality. They should be able to demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and on their own initiative within the remit of their profession. They must demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times.
9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
CLINICAL
Direct fundamental and advanced orthodontic therapy duties within Trust policies, procedures and guidelines reporting to the Patient Service Manager and providing feedback of issues or concerns.
Ensuring patients meet the oral health standards for ongoing treatment.
Discuss and inform patients of the indications for ongoing treatment. Discuss risks, benefits of treatment and possible additional procedures required.
Discuss risks and benefits of treatment and level of cooperation required by patient.
Safely carry out complex orthodontic procedures as requested by the orthodontist.
Responsible for uploading all digital imaging in the department (students and staff) in line with GDPR requirements acting as the Fail Safe Guardians for Clinical Governance
Responsible for the correct use of complex specialised equipment, including the departmental 3D imaging scanners, and its cleanliness and maintenance Ability to use and teach the use of the complex departmental imaging software (e.g. Dolphin and OPAL) to analyse facial deformity aiding the consultant team in diagnosing and treating complex cases
Assess patients complex needs (physical, psychological, social and spiritual) to establish change in condition, work with the Consultant Orthodontist to inform clinical decision making and plan care.
Quickly assess and respond to patients needs in emergency situations.
Develop skills that will lead to precision and accuracy in carrying out orthodontic treatments.
Develop risk assessment skills to enable learner to identify when there may be potential for damage to oral health and soft tissues of the oral cavity.
Assess oral health education needs of each patient providing individual advice and information in orthodontic procedures as appropriate.
In collaboration with the Consultant, patient and their family, as appropriate, identify their individual care needs and beliefs when formulating a management plan ensuring a holistic approach to care.
Provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information where there may be barriers to acceptance which need to be overcome using developed interpersonal communication skill such as would be required in communicating bad news.
Directs and develops systems and models of clinical and evidence based care which contribute to the quality of the patients experience.
Contributes to the performance management through the efficient delivery of fundamental and advanced care.
Works as part of the multidisciplinary team fostering good interdepartmental relationships and helping to achieve high morale for patients and staff and continuous quality improvement.
Continuously develops clinical and management skills and knowledge within the clinical specialty.
Leads and promotes programmes of health education and health promotion and involves patients and carers appropriately in decision-making.
Deals effectively and sensitively with patients issues collaborating with the PALS service, follows the Trust Policy on handling complaints.
Actively participates in all aspects of the clinical governance process.
Responsible for ensuring the collation of data on treatment outcomes using the Peer Assessment Rating (PAR) index and trained to use and teach this index.
Actively promotes infection control, environmental safety and risk management.
Works within national policy frameworks relevant to the patient group and specialty area i.e. Child Protection, Vulnerable Adults, MentalHealth Act.
Participates and supports national strategy for service development i.e. National Service Frameworks, Cancer Plan & Collaborative,
Actively promotes the effective and economic management of resources available within the area of budgetary responsibility.
LEADERSHIP
Takes individual responsibility and recognises corporate responsibility for the clinical team in NHS Agendas i.e. Investors in People, Agenda for Change, Improving Working Lives, Learning together Working Together, Patient & Public Involvement.
Leads service development in Orthodontic therapy, identifies and promotes the need for change, motivates the clinical team to embrace change and manage the change process.
Establishes clear, positive and credible leadership within the clinical team, promotes and supports the maintenance of a cohesive multi-disciplinary and multi-organisational team.
Assists in the development of clinical policies, protocols and clinical pathways and evaluates the patient outcomes.
Conducts Individual Performance Review of staff where appropriate and promotes the development of staff through effective KSF and CPD planning.
Actively participates in departmental meetings.
Develops, implements and evaluates new initiatives.
Actively participates in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff.
FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES
Responsible for the correct stock level management and ordering of supplies ensuring the delivery of service and balancing the budget
EDUCATION
Takes responsibility for and directs teaching, supervising, mentoring and assessing all grades of staff undertaking continuing development and students undertaking programmes leading to professional qualification.
Undertakes and directs clinical supervision and acts as a supervisor of others.
Undertakes and directs mandatory training within required timescales, meets training requirements and achieves timely update.
Undertakes and directs relevant clinical and management/leadership courses to continuously develop specialist knowledge & skills of staff.
Leads education activities and supports key workers and cascade trainers in delivering education and training.
Creates and maintains a learning environment and promotes a learning culture for all staff and students promoting the use of E-learning to meet CNST standards whilst providing evidence of achievement.
Supports learners and ensures their understanding of the relevance of R&D to the provision of quality care.
RESEARCH
Responsible for the implementation of evidence based orthodontic therapy care.
Develops and implements a strategy for evaluation of health care interventions.
Facilitates the opportunities and abilities of staff to investigate practice using the appropriate Methodological approaches.
Assists the Orthodontic consultants in delivering the R&D developmental plan for the department in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety
Job description
Job responsibilities
Provide an orthodontic service implementing care plans and performing non-complex orthodontic procedures.
Provide a specialist contribution to the clinical management of patients requiring orthodontic treatment working in collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals in order to improve patient care.
Conduct research and audit on delivery of patient care.
Facilitate, participate in audit and quality assurance programme, and promote evidence based practice.
Responsible for the teaching, mentoring and assessment of students, trainees and professional staff therefore promoting a learning culture.
3. JOB DIMENSIONS
The post is an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, responsible for specialised clinical skills and leadership competencies promoting the effective and economical use of available resources and contributes to the delivery of a budgetary balance.
The job holder is accountable for own actions within their scope of practice as determined by the General Dental Council without direct supervision (in
line with British Orthodontic Society Guidelines) and accountable for the actions of unqualified members of staff line with British Orthodontic Society Guidelines) and accountable for the actions of unqualified members of staff
4. ORGANISATIONAL CHART
Clinical Director
Clinical Lead
Consultant
Advanced Practitioner- Orthodontic Therapist
Nurses
5. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
See attached Person Specification
6. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES
Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
Patient-centred
Collaborative
Fair
Accountable
Empowered
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
Additionally the following are core values which relate specifically to this post:
The beliefs and attitudes that underpin effective performance within the job role. Emphasis should be on the requirements of the role not the individual when completing this section. Examples might include: quality focus, mistakes are used as a continual learning experience, honesty, integrity etc.
7. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS
The post holder must be able to work as part of a dental team and demonstrate good communication skills. They must be able to demonstrate good manual skills in relation to their clinical ability, enabling them to carry out all the duties of a qualified orthodontic therapist. Basic computer literacy is essential.
8. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
The post holder must be able to interact professionally with patients, staff and students within the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. They must be able to respect patient confidentiality. They should be able to demonstrate the ability to work under pressure and on their own initiative within the remit of their profession. They must demonstrate honesty and integrity at all times.
9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
CLINICAL
Direct fundamental and advanced orthodontic therapy duties within Trust policies, procedures and guidelines reporting to the Patient Service Manager and providing feedback of issues or concerns.
Ensuring patients meet the oral health standards for ongoing treatment.
Discuss and inform patients of the indications for ongoing treatment. Discuss risks, benefits of treatment and possible additional procedures required.
Discuss risks and benefits of treatment and level of cooperation required by patient.
Safely carry out complex orthodontic procedures as requested by the orthodontist.
Responsible for uploading all digital imaging in the department (students and staff) in line with GDPR requirements acting as the Fail Safe Guardians for Clinical Governance
Responsible for the correct use of complex specialised equipment, including the departmental 3D imaging scanners, and its cleanliness and maintenance Ability to use and teach the use of the complex departmental imaging software (e.g. Dolphin and OPAL) to analyse facial deformity aiding the consultant team in diagnosing and treating complex cases
Assess patients complex needs (physical, psychological, social and spiritual) to establish change in condition, work with the Consultant Orthodontist to inform clinical decision making and plan care.
Quickly assess and respond to patients needs in emergency situations.
Develop skills that will lead to precision and accuracy in carrying out orthodontic treatments.
Develop risk assessment skills to enable learner to identify when there may be potential for damage to oral health and soft tissues of the oral cavity.
Assess oral health education needs of each patient providing individual advice and information in orthodontic procedures as appropriate.
In collaboration with the Consultant, patient and their family, as appropriate, identify their individual care needs and beliefs when formulating a management plan ensuring a holistic approach to care.
Provide and receive highly complex, sensitive information where there may be barriers to acceptance which need to be overcome using developed interpersonal communication skill such as would be required in communicating bad news.
Directs and develops systems and models of clinical and evidence based care which contribute to the quality of the patients experience.
Contributes to the performance management through the efficient delivery of fundamental and advanced care.
Works as part of the multidisciplinary team fostering good interdepartmental relationships and helping to achieve high morale for patients and staff and continuous quality improvement.
Continuously develops clinical and management skills and knowledge within the clinical specialty.
Leads and promotes programmes of health education and health promotion and involves patients and carers appropriately in decision-making.
Deals effectively and sensitively with patients issues collaborating with the PALS service, follows the Trust Policy on handling complaints.
Actively participates in all aspects of the clinical governance process.
Responsible for ensuring the collation of data on treatment outcomes using the Peer Assessment Rating (PAR) index and trained to use and teach this index.
Actively promotes infection control, environmental safety and risk management.
Works within national policy frameworks relevant to the patient group and specialty area i.e. Child Protection, Vulnerable Adults, MentalHealth Act.
Participates and supports national strategy for service development i.e. National Service Frameworks, Cancer Plan & Collaborative,
Actively promotes the effective and economic management of resources available within the area of budgetary responsibility.
LEADERSHIP
Takes individual responsibility and recognises corporate responsibility for the clinical team in NHS Agendas i.e. Investors in People, Agenda for Change, Improving Working Lives, Learning together Working Together, Patient & Public Involvement.
Leads service development in Orthodontic therapy, identifies and promotes the need for change, motivates the clinical team to embrace change and manage the change process.
Establishes clear, positive and credible leadership within the clinical team, promotes and supports the maintenance of a cohesive multi-disciplinary and multi-organisational team.
Assists in the development of clinical policies, protocols and clinical pathways and evaluates the patient outcomes.
Conducts Individual Performance Review of staff where appropriate and promotes the development of staff through effective KSF and CPD planning.
Actively participates in departmental meetings.
Develops, implements and evaluates new initiatives.
Actively participates in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff.
FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL RESOURCES
Responsible for the correct stock level management and ordering of supplies ensuring the delivery of service and balancing the budget
EDUCATION
Takes responsibility for and directs teaching, supervising, mentoring and assessing all grades of staff undertaking continuing development and students undertaking programmes leading to professional qualification.
Undertakes and directs clinical supervision and acts as a supervisor of others.
Undertakes and directs mandatory training within required timescales, meets training requirements and achieves timely update.
Undertakes and directs relevant clinical and management/leadership courses to continuously develop specialist knowledge & skills of staff.
Leads education activities and supports key workers and cascade trainers in delivering education and training.
Creates and maintains a learning environment and promotes a learning culture for all staff and students promoting the use of E-learning to meet CNST standards whilst providing evidence of achievement.
Supports learners and ensures their understanding of the relevance of R&D to the provision of quality care.
RESEARCH
Responsible for the implementation of evidence based orthodontic therapy care.
Develops and implements a strategy for evaluation of health care interventions.
Facilitates the opportunities and abilities of staff to investigate practice using the appropriate Methodological approaches.
Assists the Orthodontic consultants in delivering the R&D developmental plan for the department in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
All staff are responsible for working with their colleagues to maintain and improve the quality of services provided to our patients and other service users. This includes complying at all times with the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Policies, including Health and Safety
Person Specification
Skills and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
Desirable
- Positive attitude, decisive, self-motivated Innovative and dynamic Confident, reliable, loyal, assertive and trustworthy Willingness to work flexibly Able to cope with stressful situations Willingness
- Innovative and dynamic
- Confident, reliable, loyal, assertive and trustworthy
- Willingness to work flexibly
Other Criteria
Essential
- Able to cope with stressful situations
- Willingness to contribute to service improvements
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Qualifications
Essential
- Royal College of Surgeons Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy or equivalent
- Teaching/training experience
Desirable
- Orthodontic Nursing Course Certificate in Oral Health Certificate in Dental Radiography Teaching Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post registration Varied clinical background Managerial/supervisory experience Computer skills
- Varied clinical background
Desirable
- Recruitment and selection Appraisal skills
Person Specification
Skills and Behaviours
Essential
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
Desirable
- Positive attitude, decisive, self-motivated Innovative and dynamic Confident, reliable, loyal, assertive and trustworthy Willingness to work flexibly Able to cope with stressful situations Willingness
- Innovative and dynamic
- Confident, reliable, loyal, assertive and trustworthy
- Willingness to work flexibly
Other Criteria
Essential
- Able to cope with stressful situations
- Willingness to contribute to service improvements
- Analytical approach to problem solving
Qualifications
Essential
- Royal College of Surgeons Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy or equivalent
- Teaching/training experience
Desirable
- Orthodontic Nursing Course Certificate in Oral Health Certificate in Dental Radiography Teaching Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2 years post registration Varied clinical background Managerial/supervisory experience Computer skills
- Varied clinical background
Desirable
- Recruitment and selection Appraisal skills
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
Leeds Dental Institute
Clarendon Way
Leeds
LS2 9LU
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Address
Leeds Dental Institute
Clarendon Way
Leeds
LS2 9LU
Employer's website
https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Details
Date posted
11 September 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£43,742 to £50,056 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9298-LDI-052
Job locations
Leeds Dental Institute
Clarendon Way
Leeds
LS2 9LU
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