Specialist Orthodontist at CENTRAL ORTHODONTICS

CENTRAL ORTHODONTICS; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part-time working

NHS and private earning potential

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

CENTRAL ORTHODONTICS in Bearwood, Smethwick and Tamworth is seeking a part-time orthodontist to deliver a high-quality NHS and private service. You will lead referrals, consultations and treatment planning, while working closely with therapists, nurses and referring clinicians to ensure efficient, patient-focused care.

The role offers flexibility, professional development and opportunities to contribute to service growth, with a supportive team and strong clinical governance culture.

Qualifications

• Full GDC registration.
• Inclusion on the GDC Specialist List in Orthodontics or recognised Consultant status.
• Appropriate professional indemnity.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and NHS performer-list inclusion.
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking orthodontic consultations, assessments and treatment planning.
• Providing high-quality NHS and private orthodontic treatment.
• Triage and assessment of incoming orthodontic referrals.
• Prescribing, supervising and reviewing treatment delegated to orthodontic therapists.
• Maintaining accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Supporting clinical governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with referring dentists and other healthcare professionals.
• Supporting the development and growth of the private orthodontic service.
• Providing clinical leadership, mentoring and guidance to the wider clinical team where appropriate.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Professional development

Education

GDC Specialist List in Orthodontics

Tools

Digital radiography

Clinical photography

Scanning facilities

Job description

What We Can Offer

• Flexible part-time working arrangements, with negotiable days and hours.
• Excellent NHS and private earning potential.
• Continuous referrals from surrounding dental practices.
• Significant local demand for NHS and private orthodontic treatment.
• Digital radiography, clinical photography and scanning facilities.
• Support from experienced orthodontic therapists and qualified dental nurses.
• Dedicated practice management and operational support.
• Company-funded team-building events and annual Christmas celebrations.
• Opportunity to contribute to the continued development and growth of our orthodontic services.

About the Role

The successful candidate will play a leading clinical role in delivering a high-quality NHS and private orthodontic service. Responsibilities will include referral triage, orthodontic consultations, assessments, treatment planning, prescribing and the provision of specialist-led treatment for NHS and private patients. You will work closely with orthodontic therapists, dental nurses, referring clinicians and the wider management team to ensure an efficient, collaborative and patient-focused service. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of the clinical service, support team development and help maintain a positive, high-performing clinical culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking orthodontic consultations, assessments and treatment planning.
• Providing high-quality NHS and private orthodontic treatment.
• Triage and assessment of incoming orthodontic referrals.
• Prescribing, supervising and reviewing treatment delegated to orthodontic therapists.
• Maintaining accurate, comprehensive and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Supporting clinical governance, audit and quality improvement initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with referring dentists and other healthcare professionals.
• Supporting the development and growth of the private orthodontic service.
• Providing clinical leadership, mentoring and guidance to the wider clinical team where appropriate.

Essential Requirements

• Full registration with the General Dental Council (GDC).
• Inclusion on the GDC Specialist List in Orthodontics and/or recognised Consultant status.
• Appropriate professional indemnity.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• NHS performer-list inclusion.
• Excellent communication and patient-care skills.
• A strong commitment to clinical excellence, teamwork and ongoing professional development.

Job Details

• Job Type: Part-time, Permanent
• Location: Bearwood, Smethwick and Tamworth
• Working Pattern: Flexible and negotiable
• Remuneration: Highly competitive, dependent on experience and agreed working arrangement
• Work Location: In person

Pay: £55,000.00-£140,000.00 per year