Job overview
The Orthodontic department at South Tees Hospital, based at the James Cook University Hospital site, is looking for a locum Specialty Dentist in Orthodontics.
This is fixed term appointment, initially for up to 9 months to cover maternity leave and recent retirements. Whilst the role is advertised as a full time position applications for reduced hours would be considered.
Main duties of the job
·Assessment of new patients referred to the Orthodontic department from general dental practitioners and local Specialists.
·To provide orthodontic treatment for patients who are eligible for treatment within the hospital department selected by the Consultant.
·To provide the continuation of treatment of cases that were previously undergoing treatment with another clinician under the supervision of the Orthodontic Consultants
·To follow the treatment plans devised by the Consultant Orthodontist and any modification required must be done in conjunction with the relevant consultant.
·To be competent in providing all aspects of contemporary orthodontic treatment and to be able to work independently. All clinical staff are accountable and responsible for their own clinical competence and should limit their activity to that which is deemed to be within their competence.
Working for our organisation
To provide treatment of orthodontic patients and will be responsible to the consultant orthodontists for all clinical duties.
Key Relationships:
·Consultants, Speciality Trainees and Speciality Dentists in Orthodonticsat The James Cook University Hospital
·Colleagues in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry.
·Senior dental nurses and dental nurses in Orthodontics and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
·Orthodontic laboratory staff
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
See attached job description and person specification for further details and information regarding this vacancy.
Person specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential criteria
1. BDS or equivalent primary dental qualification
2. Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)
3. Membership in Orthodontics of The Royal College of Surgeons or equivalent
4. Eligible for GDC specialist list in Orthodontics
Desirable criteria
5. FDSRCS or MFDS or equivalent
6. MSc in Orthodontics or other equivalent Masters level degree
Experience
Essential criteria
7. Three years full-time postgraduate orthodontic training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) since first obtaining registration
8. Up to date with current practices in orthodontics
9. Experienced in the use of removable, functional and straight wire appliances.
Teaching
Desirable criteria
10. Experience of teaching / training undergraduate & postgraduate students
11. Organisation of teaching / training events
12. Good presentation skills
Audit
Essential criteria
13. Evidence of involvement in clinical audit and an understanding of clinical governance
Desirable criteria
14. Organised audit that has resulted in change
Research
Desirable criteria
15. Understanding research principles and the relevance of the evidence basis for clinical practice
16. Research experience or qualifications
17. Publications and presentations
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential criteria
18. Commitment to providing high quality patient care
19. Caring attitude to patients and carers
20. Commitment to lifelong learning and compliant with CPD requirements of the UK General Dental Council.
21. Flexible, resilient and able to cope with stressful situations. Ability to work independently but also in a team
22. Ability to communicate effectively with patients and members of staff.
23. Computer literate and able to adapt to utilising multiple IT support systems.
Desirable criteria
24. Commitment to effective departmental management
Management
Desirable criteria
25. Experience in clinical administration
Disclosure and Barring Checks (DBS)
It is now the policy of South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who are new to the Trust who require DBS clearance for the post they have been offered, are required to pay the cost of their DBS. The method of payment for this is via salary deduction from your first month's pay.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. We welcome applications from the Black and Minority Ethnic (BAME) Network; LGBT+ Network; Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions Network, Faith Network, Childless not by Choice Network and the Menopause Support Group.
As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you.
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Right to Work in the UK
The Trust welcomes applications from all candidates who meet the criteria for the role. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply can self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship here Work in the UK - (.
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Please note that not everyone needs a Skilled Worker visa. If you are applying for a vacancy in health or adult social care, you may be eligible to apply for the Health and Care Worker visa instead.
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Please note: if the job you are applying for does not meet the eligibility criteria above, we will be unable to offer you sponsorship and you will need to explore whether you may be eligible to apply for an alternative immigration route which will secure your right to work in the UK before you apply. If you are in the UK already on a visa, please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
The Trust encourages and supports all applicants to be fully vaccinated against both COVID19 and influenza.
Please be aware, there are occasions where some vacancies may close prior to the closing date advertised. This will only happen where sufficient applications are received AND will be made evident on the job advert.
Please note if you are successfully shortlisted, we will contact you via the email address that you have applied from so please ensure you check your emails regularly.
Existing employees of South Tees NHS Foundation Trust currently on the Redeployment Register, who meet the essential criteria for this post, will be shortlisted and interviewed prior to all other applicants.