Consultant Orthodontist

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Overview Job Overview Following recent successful rounds of recruitment, we are pleased to invite applications for a Consultant in Orthodontics for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), working across North Wales. 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. This substantive post is for up to 12 sessions although applications for part time or job sharing will be considered. The post benefits from the recently agreed Welsh consultant pay scale (£106,000 – £154,760). In addition, the Health Board would be willing to negotiate on the starting salary. The post is subject to the Welsh Consultant contract, which has significant benefits when compared to the English Contract. This includes a greater number of supporting professional activity (SPA) sessions within the job plan and faster pay progression. Generous relocation packages are also available. AAC interview 8th August 2025. Stakeholder Panel interview week of the 4th August. Main duties of the job To contribute to the Orthognathic surgical programme, in liaison with maxillofacial colleagues. To contribute to the management of multidisciplinary cases with restorative and surgical colleagues Opportunity to support the North West Regional Cleft Lip and Palate service, which provides orthodontic supervision and treatment of cleft cases in the unit’s catchment area, when required, as part of a joint care approach. To provide clinical instruction, as required, to junior members of the clinical team and the Orthodontic Therapists To provide ongoing training, as required, to primary care practitioners. You will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge in liaison with consultant colleagues along with the proper functioning of the department in line with the Operational Policy and Strategic Plan (as amended from time to time). You will be required to participate in continuing medical / dental education in ways which are acceptable to the Chief Executive and maintain stipulated annual CPD requirements. Working for our organisation 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 You will be able to find a full Job Description and Personal Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click ‘Apply Now’ to view in Trac. 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 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 Active research interests Management Essential Criteria Commitment to participating in and understanding of the management process Management of clinical service Desirable criteria Evidence of management training Involvement in Service development Teaching Essential Criteria Evidence of teaching medical/dental students and junior doctors/dentists at both postgraduate and undergraduate levels. Desirable criteria Organisation of (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) teaching programmes Evidence of participation in Education skills training Training in teaching Personal Qualities Essential Criteria Evidence of ability to work both independently and in a team Flexible approach Good communication skills Desirable criteria Participation in Appraisal skills course Leadership skills Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board by 2x Get notified about new Orthodontist jobs in Rhyl, Wales, United Kingdom . 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