Job summary
- Main area
- Orthodontics
- Grade
- Locum Consultant
- Contract
- Locum: 6 months
- Hours
- Full time - 10 sessions per week
- Job ref
- 050-YG-ORTH-0424-L
- Employer
- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Ysbyty Gwynedd
- Town
- Bangor
- Salary
- £105,401 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 02/05/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Locum Consultant Orthodontist
Locum Consultant
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Please be advised that there is a temporary top up for Bands 1,2 and 3 to reflect the incorporation of the top up to the living wage of £12 per hour - £23,465 per annum. This temporary top up will be in place until the annual pay uplift for 2024/25 is confirmed
Job overview
We are pleased to invite applications for a Locum Consultant in Orthodontics for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), working across North Wales, for a six month period while we recruit into the post permanentely. This is a great opportunity for an individual who would be interested in clinical sessions within specialist practice, should applicants wish to undertake work in both primary and secondary care.
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. There is an emphasis on multi-disciplinary management including orthognathic surgery and collaboration with restorative dentistry. There are opportunities to provide local orthodontic care as part of the Regional Cleft Lip and Palate Network. We have strong academic, teaching and training links with Liverpool Dental Hospital, Bangor and Edge Hill Universities, along with quarterly Mersey, Cheshire & North Wales regional audit and consultant group meetings.
Main duties of the job
North Wales is a beautiful area to live and work in. It is home to three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and three UNESCO World Heritage Sites spread across the rugged mountains and stunning coastal scenery. There are a wealth of sporting and cultural activities to enjoy. North Wales has many award winning theatres and restaurants including those with Michelin Star grading. There are excellent road and rail links to the nearby cities of Chester, Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham as well as London.
This post is for a fixed term period.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
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If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. |
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Candidates are encouraged to refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Full GDC Registration
- Specialist Membership in Orthodontics or equivalent
- Be on the GDC Specialist Register in Orthodontics
Desirable criteria
- Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Orthodontics, or equivalent before commencing the post
- Possession of a Certificate of Accreditation or eligibility for a CSST in Orthodontics
- Fellowship in Dental Surgery or Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery or equivalent
- MSc or equivalent
Experience
Essential criteria
- 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
- Commitment to continued professional development through lifelong learning
Desirable criteria
- Successful completion of an SAC approved minimum three year training programme in Orthodontics
- Experience in the management of craniofacial anomalies, including CLP
- Demonstration of CPD log book.
ABILITY
Essential criteria
- Commitment to team approach and multi-disciplinary working
- Counselling and communication skills
- Up-to-date with current practices in Orthodontics
Desirable criteria
- Computing skills
AUDIT
Essential criteria
- 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 criteria
- Critical appraisal skills
RESEARCH
Essential criteria
- Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of initiating, progressing and concluding research projects with publication in refereed journals
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mr Benjamin Lewis
- Job title
- Consultant Orthodontist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01745 448788
- Additional information
Mrs Rhian Hulse Directorate General Manager – Surgery Anaesthetics & Critical Care – Ysbyty Gwynedd - E: [email protected] T: 03000 840477
Mrs Elaine Hodgson Directorate General Manager – Surgery Anaesthetics & Critical Care – Ysbyty Glan Clwyd E: [email protected] T: 01745 448788 Extension 3880
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