Job summary Based within the Oral and maxillofacial surgery and orthodontic Unit at Montagu Hospital the Orthodontic Therapist has undergone training that will allow her/him to be involved in delivering holistic care of patients requiring orthodontic therapy. Responsible for following treatment plans and close liaison with the Orthodontic team including Consultants and Middle Grade staff. Referring back to source when required. Provide a specialist contribution to the clinical management of patients requiring orthodontic treatment in collaboration with the Multi-disciplinary team. Responsible for maintaining high standards of clinical care with reference to relevant research and evidence based practice. Participates in audit and research and is participates at a departmental level in clinical governance issues. Main duties of the job Undertake appropriate clinical duties to provide/organise essential treatment for patients referred to orthodontic therapy service, working to a prescribed treatment plan under supervision, within own boundaries and accepting own limitations. Assess patients' needs to establish change in condition, liaising with the Consultant Orthodontist to inform clinical decision making and plan of care Refer back to referring source as patient condition and agreed pathways indicate Build upon current skills to ensure precision and accuracy in carrying out orthodontic treatments is maintained Assess each patient's health education needs individually providing advice and information in orthodontic procedures as appropriate Utilise risk assessment skills to identify when there may be potential for damage to oral health and soft tissues of the oral cavity Be able to act effectively in an emergency situation to ensure safety of patients In collaboration with the Consultant, patient and their family, as appropriate, identify their individual needs and beliefs when formulating a management plan ensuring holistic approach to care Participate in joint patient consultations with Consultant as necessary Utilise 1st line resolution skills to deal with complaints and liaise withDepartmental manager as required About us DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ communities. We offer a range of benefits to support our people including: o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers. Date posted 11 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Pro Rata Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 272-7014179 Job locations Montagu Hospital Adwick Road Mexborough S64 0AZ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read both documents carefully. Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential. Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Minimum 2 year post registration Desirable Varied clinical background Qualifications/Training Essential National Examining Board Dental Nursing Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy (RCS) Desirable Orthodontic Nursing Course Certificate in Oral Health Certificate in Dental Radiography Personal Attributes and Skills Essential Good verbal and written command of English Leadership/communication Understanding of current NHS legislation Innovative and dynamic Able to cope with stressful situations Desirable Computer literacy Presentation skills Analytical approach to problem solving Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Minimum 2 year post registration Desirable Varied clinical background Qualifications/Training Essential National Examining Board Dental Nursing Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy (RCS) Desirable Orthodontic Nursing Course Certificate in Oral Health Certificate in Dental Radiography Personal Attributes and Skills Essential Good verbal and written command of English Leadership/communication Understanding of current NHS legislation Innovative and dynamic Able to cope with stressful situations Desirable Computer literacy Presentation skills Analytical approach to problem solving 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. 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. 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 Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT Address Montagu Hospital Adwick Road Mexborough S64 0AZ Employer's website https://www.dbth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)