Locum Consultant Orthodontist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Wales; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in North Wales invites applications for a Locum Consultant in Orthodontics. This role involves collaboration with a supportive team to treat complex cases and manage multidisciplinary programs. Ideal candidates will be GDC registered and have completed an accredited training program in Orthodontics. The position offers a competitive Welsh consultant pay scale, with an emphasis on professional development within a vibrant healthcare framework.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an SAC approved minimum three-year training programme in Orthodontics or equivalent.
• Commitment to continued professional development through lifelong learning.
• Evidence of teaching medical/dental students and junior doctors/dentists.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the Orthognathic Surgical Programme, in liaison with maxillofacial colleagues.
• Manage multidisciplinary cases with restorative and surgical colleagues.
• Provide clinical instruction to junior members of the clinical team.

Skills

Team approach

Counseling skills

Communication skills

Up-to-date with current practices in Orthodontics

Education

Full GDC Registration

Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Orthodontics

Specialist Membership in Orthodontics

Job description

We are pleased to invite applications for a Locum Consultant in Orthodontics for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), working across North Wales to cover a period of maternity leave. This is a great opportunity for an individual to experience the many benefits of living and working in Wales. This locum post is for up to 10 sessions, for a period of 6 months, with the possibility of further extension. Applications for part time or job sharing will be considered. The post benefits from the recently agreed Welsh consultant pay scale. The post is subject to the Welsh Consultant contract, which has significant benefits when compared to the English Contract.

Main duties of the job

The appointee will collaborate with enthusiastic and supportive colleagues across the region to enhance the comprehensive Consultant service for North Wales. The post involves the treatment of severe and complex malocclusions to the highest standard and there is peer support provided across the region to optimise patient care and professional development. There is an emphasis on multi-disciplinary management including Orthognathic Surgery and collaboration with Restorative Dentistry. We have strong academic, teaching and training links with Liverpool Dental Hospital, Bangor and Edge Hill Universities, with quarterly Mersey, Cheshire & North Wales regional audit and Consultant group meetings.

Post holder responsibilities

• Contribute to the Orthognathic Surgical Programme, in liaison with maxillofacial colleagues.
• Contribute to the management of multidisciplinary cases with restorative and surgical colleagues.
• Have the opportunity to support the North West Regional Cleft Lip and Palate Service, which provides orthodontic supervision and treatment of cleft cases in the unit's catchment area, when required, as part of a joint care approach.
• Provide clinical instruction, as required, to junior members of the clinical team and the Orthodontic Therapists.
• Provide ongoing training, as required, to primary care practitioners.

About us

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) is Wales's largest health organisation, with a budget of over £2.4 billion and a workforce of over 20,000 staff. The Health Board provides primary, community, mental health and acute hospital services for the population of North Wales. BCUHB provides a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and specialist hospital services across 3 acute hospitals and a network of community hospitals, health centres, clinics, and mental health units. It also co-ordinates or provides the work of GP practices and NHS services provided by dentists, opticians, and pharmacists across the region. The Health Board is an integrated health system that strives for excellent, compassionate care delivered in partnership with the public sector and other statutory and third sector organisations.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information. If you are ready to make a significant impact on the future of healthcare in North Wales and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we invite you to apply.

Informal conversations are encouraged prior to applying. Please contact
Mr Benjamin Lewis – Consultant Orthodontist [e-mail]
03000 846441 / 03000 846442
Keiron Cranham – Lead Manager Surgical Directorate
[e-mail]
03000 846825 / 03000 855047

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GDC Registration

Desirable

• Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Orthodontics, or equivalent before commencing the post or equivalent
• Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CSST in Orthodontics or equivalent
• Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery or equivalent
• MSc or equivalent
• Specialist Membership in Orthodontics or equivalent
• Be on the GDC Specialist Register in Orthodontics

Experience

Essential

• Successful completion of an SAC approved minimum three year training programme in Orthodontics or equivalent
• Commitment to continued professional development through lifelong learning.

Desirable

• Successful completion of an SAC approved minimum two year training in a fixed term training appointment (Post-CCST/FTTA) in Orthodontics or within six months of completion of training which follows on from the pre-CCST training period of 3 years or equivalent
• Experience in the management of craniofacial anomalies, including CLP
• Demonstration of CPD log book.

Ability

Essential

• Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working
• Counselling and communication skills
• Up-to-date with current practices in Orthodontics

Desirable

• Computing skills

Audit

Essential

• Evidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical/dental practice. Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governance

Desirable

• Critical appraisal skills

Research

Essential

• Ability to appraise scientific literature critically

Desirable

• Evidence of initiating, progressing and concluding research projects with publication in refereed journals
• Active research interests

Management

Essential

• Commitment to participating in and understanding of the management process
• Management of clinical service

Desirable

• Evidence of management training
• Involvement in Service development

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of teaching medical/dental students and junior doctors/dentists at both postgraduate and undergraduate levels.

Desirable

• Organisation of (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) teaching programmes
• Evidence of participation in Education skills training
• Training in teaching

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Evidence of ability to work both independently and in a team
• Flexible approach
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Participation in Appraisal skills course
• 1Leadership skills

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