Orthodontic Therapist

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

This is a new post and will replace two part-time Speciality Dentists who are retiring. You will join the current team of three consultants (two full time, one part time) with the Speciality Registrars and Speciality Dentists to provide a comprehensive orthodontic service for Durham, Darlington, Teesside and North Yorkshire at The James Cook University Hospital.

The Trust has a purpose built Orthodontic department at the James Cook University Hospital and is a facility shared with Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry. There are two single surgeries and a six chair open plan surgery for Orthodontic use. We have an excellent Medical Illustration and Radiology department with 3D imaging including CBCT and an excellent onsite laboratory service with 3D scanner and printer.

The department is a strong training unit with 2 StRs in specialist training and 1 post CSST linked to Newcastle Dental Hospital. The successful candidate will join our existing team to provide orthodontic treatment for a wide range of malocclusions under the supervision of an Orthodontic Consultant.

The successful candidate will be appointed under the NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions. Full consideration will be given to applicants who wish to apply for a reduced/part time contract however, this would need to meet the demands of our service.

Applicants must be fully registered with the GDC and possess the Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy.

Main duties of the job

Work under the supervision of Orthodontic Consultants and Specialists to deliver orthodontic care based on the General Dental Council scope of practice for Orthodontic Therapists.

Maintain accurate clinical notes and records for patients undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Participation in annual appraisal carried out by the Consultants in Orthodontics. Appropriate time and assistance will be provided for preparation.

Active involvement in clinical audit.

Continuing professional development and participate in the Trust's statutory and mandatory training programme.

Any other duties which may be required.

About us

Leadership and Improvement TrainingSouth Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessionso Your Leadership Impacto Leading your Team to Successo Leading Into the Futureo Service Improvement for Beginnerso Developing your Service Improvement Skillso Lean PractitionerThe leadership and improvement programme aims to:o Explore leadership within the NHSo Promote Trust values and behaviourso Develop your leadership effectiveness and skillso Equip staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.After you complete these six and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer a range of additional in-house and externally provided courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.

Date posted

21 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

328-HNO-6724026

Job locations

The James Cook University Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3BW

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Post-qualification experience of working as an Orthodontic Therapist.

Desirable

Experience in the care of patients with additional needs.

Qualifications & training

Essential

Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
Evidence of training and qualification of Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy
Specialist training and experience of varied patient groups with complex needs

Desirable

Additional qualifications e.g. teaching certificates etc.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Wide range of experience of different treatment techniques and appliances in orthodontics.
Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands.
Experience and knowledge of Clinical Audit
Computer literate and able to adapt to utilising multiple IT support systems.

Desirable

Experience of teaching

Personal attributes

Essential

Enthusiastic, highly motivated, flexible and adaptable, and committed to develop the service.
Ability to cope in stressful situations Good leadership skills
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GDPs, nurses and other agencies
Caring attitude to patients
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
Evidence of high degree of integrity in all professional areas and an understanding of the need for confidentiality
Good leadership skills

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Post-qualification experience of working as an Orthodontic Therapist.

Desirable

Experience in the care of patients with additional needs.

Qualifications & training

Essential

Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
Evidence of training and qualification of Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy
Specialist training and experience of varied patient groups with complex needs

Desirable

Additional qualifications e.g. teaching certificates etc.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

Wide range of experience of different treatment techniques and appliances in orthodontics.
Ability to organise and prioritise complex demands.
Experience and knowledge of Clinical Audit
Computer literate and able to adapt to utilising multiple IT support systems.

Desirable

Experience of teaching

Personal attributes

Essential

Enthusiastic, highly motivated, flexible and adaptable, and committed to develop the service.
Ability to cope in stressful situations Good leadership skills
Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, relatives, GDPs, nurses and other agencies
Caring attitude to patients
Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
Evidence of high degree of integrity in all professional areas and an understanding of the need for confidentiality
Good leadership 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.