Job summary
The Orthodontic team at Mexborough Montagu Hospital are looking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced Orthodontic Therapist. Candidates will have proven experience within the Orthodontic Therapist role and be able to evidence their current skills and knowledge as specified on the person specification. This vacancy is for 30 hours and is based within the Oral Maxilla Facial Department at Mexborough Montagu Hospital.
Main duties of the job
To undertake independent led clinics and liaise closely with the Orthodontic team to manage and provide ongoing treatment plans. The candidate will provide specialist contribution to the clinical management of patients requiring orthodontic treatment in collaboration with the Multi disciplinary team and maintain high standards of clinical care with reference to relevant research and evidence based practice.
As a senior member of the team the appointed candidate will be expected to participate in audit, research, clinical governance and Quality Improvement with the service. Lead roles in relation to these integral processes are assigned as part of the induction process, support and development will be provided.
About us
Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of Yorkshires leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 420,000 across South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas.
Hosting three main hospital sites and a number of additional services, the Trust is one of only five Teaching Hospitals in Yorkshire and by 2018 is projecting to train 25% of all medical students in the region, while we currently train 30% of all other healthcare professional students.A modern and forward-facing Trust employing over 6,000 members of staff, the hospital provides a full range of local hospital services across three sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake appropriate clinical duties to organise and provide essentialtreatment for patients referred to the orthodontic therapy service, working to a prescribed treatment plan under supervision, within own boundariesand accepting own limitations. Assess patients needs to establish change in condition, liaising with the Consultant Orthodontist to inform clinical decision making and referring back to source as patient condition and agreed pathways indicate. Build upon current skills to ensure precision and accuracy in carrying out orthodontic treatments is maintained. In collaboration with the Consultant, patient and their family, identify individual needs and beliefs when formulating a management plan ensuring holistic approach to care. Participate in joint patient consultations with Consultant as necessary. Promote programmes of health education and health promotion with service users and visually throughout the department
**For further detailed information please refer to the job description and person specification**
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake appropriate clinical duties to organise and provide essentialtreatment for patients referred to the orthodontic therapy service, working to a prescribed treatment plan under supervision, within own boundariesand accepting own limitations. Assess patients needs to establish change in condition, liaising with the Consultant Orthodontist to inform clinical decision making and referring back to source as patient condition and agreed pathways indicate. Build upon current skills to ensure precision and accuracy in carrying out orthodontic treatments is maintained. In collaboration with the Consultant, patient and their family, identify individual needs and beliefs when formulating a management plan ensuring holistic approach to care. Participate in joint patient consultations with Consultant as necessary. Promote programmes of health education and health promotion with service users and visually throughout the department
**For further detailed information please refer to the job description and person specification**
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- National Examining Board Dental Nursing Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy (RCS)
Desirable
- Orthodontic Nursing Course Certificate in Oral Health
- Certificate in Dental Radiography
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Minimum 2 year post registration
Desirable
- Varied Clinical background
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of English
- Leadership/communication
- Change management
- Understanding of current NHS legislation
Desirable
- Computer literacy
- Presentation skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- National Examining Board Dental Nursing Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy (RCS)
Desirable
- Orthodontic Nursing Course Certificate in Oral Health
- Certificate in Dental Radiography
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Minimum 2 year post registration
Desirable
- Varied Clinical background
Interpersonal Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written command of English
- Leadership/communication
- Change management
- Understanding of current NHS legislation
Desirable
- Computer literacy
- Presentation skills
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.
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.
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).
