Locum Consultant in Orthodontics

Applications are invited for a Locum Consultant Orthodontist position with Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The position is based at the Birmingham Dental Hospital, which has strong academic, teaching and training links to the University of Birmingham School of Dentistry. This is a fixed term part-time post for a one day a week, which will be a Monday, for 12 months.

The main responsibilities include new patient consultation, treatment of complex cases, MDT clinics and supervision of postgraduate trainees and speciality dentists. The priority for this post is to undertake new patient clinics and carry out treatment for a cohort of patients from the existing waiting list. The post holder will be responsible for the treatment of complex level 3b orthodontic cases and the supervision of specialty trainees and orthodontic therapists.

The successful applicant will join an enthusiastic team at this major teaching hospital and will be involved in the treatment of severe and complex malocclusions. There is an emphasis on multi-disciplinary management including orthognathic surgery and collaboration with restorative and paediatric dentistry. In addition, the applicant will be expected to have an active involvement in the regional Orthodontic training programme based at the Dental Hospital, currently involving 9 StRs and 3 post-CCSTs and the supervision of orthodontic therapists.

The post holder will treat specialist orthodontic cases that require the expert skill levels of a consultant, which are currently on the treatment waiting list.

The post holder may also be asked to provide the continuation of treatment of selected cases that were previously undergoing treatment with another clinician.

The post holder will undertake diagnostic clinics bimonthly and participate in MDT clinics with other specialties including restorative dentistry, paediatric dentistry, oral surgery and oral and maxillofacial surgery.

The consultant will be involved, as appropriate, in undergraduate and postgraduate education, in addition to the training of junior hospital staff and will contribute to the training programme for Specialty Registrars. There are currently 9 NHS Specialty Registrars and 3 Post CCSTs in training.

The appointee will be expected to participate in clinical audit at Birmingham Dental Hospital and to contribute to the Clinical Governance Programme which has been implemented.

The consultant will be expected to attend and contribute to the regular departmental meetings, and to chair such meetings from time to time.

The applicant must demonstrate a strong aptitude for team working and assist in the development of an effective, efficient clinical service.

The post holder may be responsible for undertaking appraisal of identified staff.

The applicant may be responsible for leading in training and development of identified staff.

The consultant will have an annual job plan review and appraisal.

• Fully registered with the GDC.
• On, or eligible for inclusion, GDC Specialist List in Orthodontics.
• Completed a full-time postgraduate training (or its equivalent gained on a part-time or flexible basis) since first obtaining registration, including adequate experience in the relevant specialty; or equivalent experience and competencies.
• Membership in Orthodontics of the Royal College or equivalent.
• Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation of eligibility for a CCST in Orthodontics. Membership in Orthodontics or equivalent. Fellowship in Dental Surgery of the Faculty of Dental Surgery, or equivalent. Intercollegiate Fellowship Examination in Orthodontics or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an SAC-approved minimum three year training programme in Orthodontics.
• Successful completion of an SAC
  -approved minimum two year training in a Fixed Term Training Appointment (FTTA) which follows on from the pre-CCST training period of 3 years, or within 6 months of completion, or equivalent for other European Economic Area (EEA) Nationals.

• Experience in a range of contemporary orthodontic treatment modalities.
• Evidence of the ability to undertake and complete orthodontic treatment to a high standard.
• Ability to work clinically without close supervision.
• Experience of multidisciplinary clinics.
• Experience in supervising postgraduate students.
• Experience in supervising undergraduate students.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Publications or formal presentation of papers.

• Good patient management and inter-personal skills.
• Ability to work in team situation.
• Capacity for critical self-appraisal and reflective learning.
• Interest in teaching.
• High motivation.

• Appropriate Health Clearance by Occupational Health Department.
• DBS Clearance

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