Job summary The University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust (UHMB) invites applications for a full-time Specialty Doctor in Orthodontics to join our busy Orthodontic team. This post attracts 6 PA's in total with set working days of Monday, Thursday and Friday. The post will be based in Lancaster at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary but will also involve clinical activity at other sites within the Trust. For the successful candidate the job plan will be negotiable. Main duties of the job The maxillofacial unit also provides teaching for those for University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) students based at the Morecambe Dental Education Centre and has close links with UCLan School of Dentistry in Preston. The teams has recently been joined by Honorary Consultants in Endodontics, Prosthodontics and Periodontics, based at UCLAN and there is scope for further development in this area. There are offices, secretarial and computer facilities on all of our sites. We have and electronic EPR and PACs system for radiography and digital photography across the Bay. There is a fully equipped maxillofacial laboratory based at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary with high quality and skilled technical support. You should be fully registered with the General Dental Council with a licence to practice and ideally be on the specialist list for Orthodontics About us We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Date posted 11 February 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialty Doctor Salary £59,175 to £95,400 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 331-L0750724-B Job locations Royal Lancaster Infirmary Ashton Road Lancaster LA1 4RP Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ The Unit provides a comprehensive secondary care service in all aspects of Orthodontics including the management of hypodontia and patients that require orthognathic surgery in conjunction with our Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry teams. There is an active orthodontic Managed Clinical Network which includes the local acute Trusts and specialist practitioners across the Lancashire & South Cumbria region. The unit consists of 1 Consultant Orthodontist, 1 Apprentice Orthodontic Therapist and an overseas MTI Specialist Orthodontic Trainee. Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ The Unit provides a comprehensive secondary care service in all aspects of Orthodontics including the management of hypodontia and patients that require orthognathic surgery in conjunction with our Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry teams. There is an active orthodontic Managed Clinical Network which includes the local acute Trusts and specialist practitioners across the Lancashire & South Cumbria region. The unit consists of 1 Consultant Orthodontist, 1 Apprentice Orthodontic Therapist and an overseas MTI Specialist Orthodontic Trainee. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GDC registration with a licence to practise at time of appointment Entry on the Specialist List for Orthodontics BDS or equivalent degree in undergraduate Dentistry MFDS M.Orth or equiveillance Desirable F.Orth RCS ISFE M.Sc in Orthodontics Experience Essential Have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) recognised taught Orthodontic Postgraduate course Practical clinical experience in Orthodontics Management experience Educational/Clinical supervisor experience Professional Values & Behaviours Essential Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all dentists as set out in GDC Maintaining Standards Demonstrates the underpinning subject-specific competencies i.e., knowledge, skills, and behaviours relevant to the role setting and scope Clinically evaluates and manages a patient, initiating an appropriate management plan, and reviewing and adjusting this depending of outcomes of treatment. Critically reflects on own competence, understands own limits, and seeks help when required Communicates effectively with patients, relatives, and carers Respects patients' dignity ensures confidentiality and appropriate communication where potential barriers exist. Adheres to professional requirements, participating in annual appraisal, job planning and reviews of performance and progression Leadership & Teamworking Essential Awareness of responsibilities as a clinician and demonstrates appropriate behaviour Develops effective relationships across teams and contributes to work and success of these teams - promotes and participates in both MDT and interprofessional team working. Education and Training Essential Assesses own learning needs and ensures a personal development plan reflects both clinical practice and personal objectives. Patient Safety & Quality Improvement Essential Takes prompt action where there is an issue with the safety or quality of patient care, raises and escalates concerns through clinical governance systems where necessary. Collaborates with MDT and interprofessional teams to manage risks and issues across organisations and settings Other Essential Eligible to work in the UK Ability to travel independently to meet the needs of the post Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values Essential Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values. Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GDC registration with a licence to practise at time of appointment Entry on the Specialist List for Orthodontics BDS or equivalent degree in undergraduate Dentistry MFDS M.Orth or equiveillance Desirable F.Orth RCS ISFE M.Sc in Orthodontics Experience Essential Have completed at least four years' full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) recognised taught Orthodontic Postgraduate course Practical clinical experience in Orthodontics Management experience Educational/Clinical supervisor experience Professional Values & Behaviours Essential Practices with professional values and behaviours expected of all dentists as set out in GDC Maintaining Standards Demonstrates the underpinning subject-specific competencies i.e., knowledge, skills, and behaviours relevant to the role setting and scope Clinically evaluates and manages a patient, initiating an appropriate management plan, and reviewing and adjusting this depending of outcomes of treatment. Critically reflects on own competence, understands own limits, and seeks help when required Communicates effectively with patients, relatives, and carers Respects patients' dignity ensures confidentiality and appropriate communication where potential barriers exist. Adheres to professional requirements, participating in annual appraisal, job planning and reviews of performance and progression Leadership & Teamworking Essential Awareness of responsibilities as a clinician and demonstrates appropriate behaviour Develops effective relationships across teams and contributes to work and success of these teams - promotes and participates in both MDT and interprofessional team working. Education and Training Essential Assesses own learning needs and ensures a personal development plan reflects both clinical practice and personal objectives. Patient Safety & Quality Improvement Essential Takes prompt action where there is an issue with the safety or quality of patient care, raises and escalates concerns through clinical governance systems where necessary. Collaborates with MDT and interprofessional teams to manage risks and issues across organisations and settings Other Essential Eligible to work in the UK Ability to travel independently to meet the needs of the post Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Trust Values Essential Able to provide safe, caring, and effective services Values and behaviours that reflect the Trust values. Commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that is free from discrimination and where people feel they belong, and their contribution is valued. 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). 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 University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Trust Address Royal Lancaster Infirmary Ashton Road Lancaster LA1 4RP Employer's website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)