Job summary If you are looking for a consultant post in a dynamic department, in a beautiful part ofthe 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. 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 melanie.nuttdchft.nhs.uk Main duties of the job You will: Provide orthodontic care for patients in the west of Dorset with complex orthodonticneeds Supervise multidisciplinary teams to deliver cleft, orthognathic and hypodontia care Deliver high quality, customer focused care About us 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 provide outstanding care for people in ways which matter to them, and our vision is Dorset County Hospital, working with our health and social care partners, will be at the heart of improving the well-being of our 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. Date posted 08 October 2024 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Consultant Salary £105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 405-MD24062CONSORTD Job locations DCHFT Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY 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. 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 Register 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 Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Training Essential Full GDC registration Entry on the GDC Specialist Register 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. 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 Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address DCHFT Williams Avenue Dorchester DT1 2JY Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)