Job summary
Are you looking for a consultant post in a dynamic department, in a beautiful part of the world?
We have a great opportunity for a consultant who wants a better quality of life and great colleagues. We are a friendly department delivering high quality care for patients with complex orthodontic needs. We have opportunities to further your interests in both teaching and research.
Potential interview date: 29th July 2024
Main duties of the job
You will:
- Treat patients with complex orthodontic needs
- Supervise multidisciplinary teams to deliver cleft, orthognathic and hypodontia care
- Deliver high quality, customer focused care
About us
You have:
- Full GDC Registration
- An MSc or DDS or equivalent
- Entry on the GDC Specialist Register
- Successfully completed ISFE or shortly to sit the ISFE (must be within 6 months of interview)
If you reside outside of Dorset and join us in this role you will receive a Warm Welcome payment of £5,000 as a thank you for bringing your expertise and knowledge to our Trust in addition to the usual relocation expenses.
If you have been referred to this role by a current DCHFT employee (and you currently reside outside of Dorset) your friend can also receive a referral payment - make sure to include this at the start of your supporting information and include your friend's full name. For more information, please see document attached and please email[email protected]
Job description
Job 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.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full GDC registration
- Entry on the GDC Specialist Registrar via: CCT, CESR or European Community Rights
Desirable
- To have undertaken an MScD or DDS or equivalent
- Successfully completed ISFE or shortly to sit the ISFE (must be within 6 months of interview)
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in managing complex orthodontic cases
- Ability 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 deformaties, patients requiring Orthognathic surgery and Hypodontia
Current Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Broad range of IT skills; Ability to update clinical knowledge and skills; knowledge of evidence-based practice
- Experience of special interest that complements those of other consultants in the department; Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams; Experience of working in regional networks; Experience in acting in a managerial role; Experience in developing services
Team Working and Service Development
Essential
- 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 efficiently with workload; Ability to work under pressure & cope with setbacks; Ability to practice independantly as a consultant; Ability to take responsibility and aptitude for leadership; Ability to adapt & respond to changing circumstances
Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance
Essential
- Understanding clinical governance and the responsibilities it implies; Knowledge of the principles of and the evidence of participation in clinical audit; Participation in contunuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of past participation; Experience if clinical and process outcome audit
Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision
Essential
- 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
- Enthusiasm for Orthodontics and willingness to share knowledge and experience with others; Experience of supervising trainee; Experience of teaching technical & nursing staff; Experience of teaching Dental students; Experience in organising and teaching in professional update course
Communication & Language Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues and support staff; Good knowledge of and ability to use spoken and written English; Ability to present effectively with an audience, using variety of methods and to respond to questions
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the priciples involved in research; Publications in peer-reviewed journals; Established research interest
Other
Essential
- Meets professional health requirements
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 .
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 .
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website .
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
DCHFT
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY