Consultant Orthodontist

NHS; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated consultant to join their dynamic team in a picturesque location. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality orthodontic care to a diverse patient population while working alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team. The organization values work-life balance, ensuring that employees can thrive both professionally and personally. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community. Join a team that prioritizes compassionate patient care and continuous professional development.

Benefits

Warm Welcome Payment

Relocation Expenses

Referral Payment

Qualifications

• Must have full GDC registration and entry on the GDC Specialist Register.
• Experience in managing complex orthodontic cases is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide orthodontic care for patients with complex needs.
• Supervise multidisciplinary teams for cleft and orthognathic care.

Skills

Orthodontic Care

Multidisciplinary Team Supervision

Clinical Governance

Communication Skills

IT Skills

Education

Full GDC Registration

Entry on the GDC Specialist Register

MScD or DDS or equivalent

Tools

Clinical Audit Tools

Job description

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 [e-mail]

Main duties of the job

You will:

• Provide orthodontic care for patients in the east of Dorset with complex orthodontic needs
• 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

01 May 2025

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, Part-time

Reference number

405-MD2536CONSORTD

Job locations

Dorset County Hospital

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
• 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

Desirable

• 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

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
• 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

Desirable

• 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

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

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dorset County Hospital

Williams Avenue

Dorchester

DT1 2JY

Employer's website

https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)