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Consultant Orthodontics plus £10,000 Warm Welcome joining reward

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Bournemouth
2 days ago
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Job overview

If you are looking for a consultant post in a dynamic department, in a beautiful part of the world, then we have a great opportunity for a consultant who would like a good work-life balance and great colleagues.


We are a friendly department, focusing on patient centred care delivered with compassion. Although our case mix is complex, we support each other in planning care. We also have a good network of regional colleagues who we can ask for advice or even second opinions.



  • If you reside outside of Dorset and join us in this role you will receive a Warm Welcome payment of £10,000 as a thank you for bringing your expertise and knowledge to our Trust in addition to the usual relocation expenses.







Main duties of the job

You will:



  • Provide orthodontic care for patients in Dorset with complex orthodontic needs
  • Supervise multidisciplinary teams to deliver cleft, orthognathic and hypodontia care
  • Deliver high quality, customer focused care





Working for our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff


Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.


We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.









Detailed job description and main responsibilities

We can offer you:



  • An opportunity to deliver care to a broad and complex patient group.
  • A chance to improve your clinical and communication skills.
  • A chance to work with a large multidisciplinary team including therapists, hygienists, technicians, oral health educators and orthodontic nurses as well as colleagues in Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented in our organisation.


We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role.


Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.










Person specification





Education, Qualifications & Training


Essential criteria
  • Full GDC registration
  • Entry on the GDC Specialist Register
  • To have undertaken an MScD or DDS or equivalent
  • Successfully completed ISFE or shortly to sit the ISFE (must be withing 6 months of interview)









Experience & Knowledge


Essential criteria
  • Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in managing complex orthodontic cases
  • Able to take responsibility for delivering the service required of a consultant
  • Experience in managing and involvement in treating patients presenting with Cleft Lip and Palate deformities, patients requiring Orthognathic surgery and Hypodontia









Current Skills & Abilities


Essential criteria
  • Broad range of IT skills including Orthodontic specific platforms e.g. Dolphin
  • Ability to update clinical skills and knowledge
  • Knowledge of evidence based practice









Team Working and Service Development


Essential criteria
  • Aptitude to be a team member
  • Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff
  • Awareness of personal and professional limitations
  • Good time management skills and ability to cope with and organise the workload effectively
  • Ability to work under pressure & cope with setbacks
  • Ability to practice independently as a Consultant and to take responsibility and aptitude for leadership
  • Ability to adapt & respond to changing circumstances









Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance


Essential criteria
  • Understanding clinical governance and the responsibilities it implies
  • Knowledge of the principles of and evidence of participation in clinical audit
  • Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of past participation
  • Experience of clinical and process outcome audit









Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision


Essential criteria
  • Evidence of general management training and skills appropriate to the post
  • Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust
  • Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS









Teaching and Communication


Essential criteria
  • Enthusiasm for Orthodontics and willingness to share knowledge and experience with others
  • Experience of supervising trainees
  • Experience of teaching technical & nursing staff
  • Experience in organising and teaching in professional update course









Communication & Language Skills


Essential criteria
  • Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, support staff and patients
  • Ability to present effectively to an audience, using variety of methods and to respond to questions









Research


Essential criteria
  • Knowledge of the priciples involved in research;
  • Publications in peer-reviewed journals;
  • Established research interest





















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