Orthodontic Therapist

This is a new post and will replace two part-time Speciality Dentists who are retiring. You will join the current team of three consultants (two full time, one part time) with the Speciality Registrars and Speciality Dentists to provide a comprehensive orthodontic service for Durham, Darlington, Teesside and North Yorkshire at The James Cook University Hospital.

The Trust has a purpose built Orthodontic department at the James Cook University Hospital and is a facility shared with Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and Restorative Dentistry. There are two single surgeries and a six chair open plan surgery for Orthodontic use. We have an excellent Medical Illustration and Radiology department with 3D imaging including CBCT and an excellent onsite laboratory service with 3D scanner and printer.

The department is a strong training unit with 2 StRs in specialist training and 1 post CSST linked to Newcastle Dental Hospital. The successful candidate will join our existing team to provide orthodontic treatment for a wide range of malocclusions under the supervision of an Orthodontic Consultant., Work under the supervision of Orthodontic Consultants and Specialists to deliver orthodontic care based on the General Dental Council scope of practice for Orthodontic Therapists.

Maintain accurate clinical notes and records for patients undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Participation in annual appraisal carried out by the Consultants in Orthodontics. Appropriate time and assistance will be provided for preparation.

Active involvement in clinical audit.

Continuing professional development and participate in the Trust's statutory and mandatory training programme.

Any other duties which may be required.

Applicants must be fully registered with the GDC and possess the Diploma in Orthodontic Therapy.

Leadership and Improvement TrainingSouth Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our leaders in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessionso Your Leadership Impacto Leading your Team to Successo Leading Into the Futureo Service Improvement for Beginnerso Developing your Service Improvement Skillso Lean PractitionerThe leadership and improvement programme aims to:o Explore leadership within the NHSo Promote Trust values and behaviourso Develop your leadership effectiveness and skillso Equip staff with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.After you complete these six and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer a range of additional in-house
and externally provided courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.