Consultant in Orthodontics

NHS

  • Liverpool
  • £105,504-139,882 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
? Join Our Expert Team as a Consultant in Orthodontics ?Liverpool University Dental Hospital | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation TrustSubstantive Post | 0.4 - 1.0 WTE | 10 PAsAre you a passionate and forward-thinking Orthodontist ready to shape the future of dental care and education? We're looking for an exceptional Consultant in Orthodontics to join our vibrant, multidisciplinary team at the Liverpool University Dental Hospital (LUDH) -- a centre of excellence in clinical care, teaching, and research.This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team of Consultant Orthodontists, orthodontic therapists, trainees, and academic colleagues. The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality orthodontic care, education, and service development.Main duties of the jobo Provide consultant-led orthodontic care, including new patient assessments and treatment planning.o Supervise and teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, including StRs and post-CCST trainees.o Collaborate with colleagues across specialties including Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Paediatric Dentistry, and Restorative Dentistry.o Participate in quality improvement, clinical governance, and research initiatives.o Will have the opportunity to engage in collaborative regional working with Consultant Orthodontists across Cheshire and Merseysideo Contribute to service development, clinical governance, and CPD.? What We're Looking Foro GDC registration with inclusion on the Orthodontic Specialist List.o CCST in Orthodontics (or within 6 months of completion).o Experience in multidisciplinary orthodontic care and teaching.o A commitment to innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement.? What We Offero Flexible working (0.4 - 1.0 WTE)o Generous SPA time and support for CPDo Opportunities for leadership, research, and career developmento A welcoming, inclusive, and forward-thinking environmentAbout usLiverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.DetailsDate posted12 June 2025Pay schemeHospital medical and dental staffGradeConsultantSalary£105,504 to £139,882 a year per annum, pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Part-timeReference number287-DEN-25-25-AJob locationsLiverpool University Dental HospitalPembroke PlaceLiverpoolL3 5PSJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhy Join Us?World-Class Facilities: Work in a recently refurbished, state-of-the-art dental hospital with over 150 dental units, cutting-edge simulation suites, and a dedicated on-site lab.Academic Excellence: Collaborate with the University of Liverpools School of Dentistry, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate education, including the innovative Centennial Curriculum.Dynamic Team: Join a supportive team of consultants, orthodontic therapists, trainees, and academic staff, with opportunities for mentorship and leadership.Research & Innovation: Engage in impactful research and quality improvement projects with strong interdisciplinary links across the region.Why LiverpoolLiverpool is a city that blends history, culture, and innovation. Once the European Capital of Culture, it boasts world-renowned museums, galleries, theatres, and a thriving music and arts scene. The city is compact, easy to navigate, and offers a high quality of life with excellent schools, affordable housing, and beautiful nearby coastlines and countryside.With two international airports (Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester) and excellent rail and motorway links, Liverpool is perfectly placed for both local living and global travel. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhy Join Us?World-Class Facilities: Work in a recently refurbished, state-of-the-art dental hospital with over 150 dental units, cutting-edge simulation suites, and a dedicated on-site lab.Academic Excellence: Collaborate with the University of Liverpools School of Dentistry, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate education, including the innovative Centennial Curriculum.Dynamic Team: Join a supportive team of consultants, orthodontic therapists, trainees, and academic staff, with opportunities for mentorship and leadership.Research & Innovation: Engage in impactful research and quality improvement projects with strong interdisciplinary links across the region.Why LiverpoolLiverpool is a city that blends history, culture, and innovation. Once the European Capital of Culture, it boasts world-renowned museums, galleries, theatres, and a thriving music and arts scene. The city is compact, easy to navigate, and offers a high quality of life with excellent schools, affordable housing, and beautiful nearby coastlines and countryside.With two international airports (Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester) and excellent rail and motorway links, Liverpool is perfectly placed for both local living and global travel.Person SpecificationRegistrationEssential
  • Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council
  • On the Orthodontic Specialist list of the United Kingdom General Dental Council.
Professional QualificationsEssential
  • Membership in Orthodontics or Equivalent
  • Possession of a CCST in Orthodontics (or within 6 months of achievement) or Equivalent
  • Possession of the Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Orthodontics(before commencing post) or Equivalent
Desirable
  • Other Postgraduate qualification in Orthodontics or equivalent (e.g. MSc , Professional Doctorate )
ClinicalEssential
  • Experience in the multi-disciplinary management of orthodontic patients
ManagementEssential
  • Experience in the day to day clinical management of an Orthodontic service
Desirable
  • Clinical leadership experience in Orthodontics
ResearchEssential
  • Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
Desirable
  • Research qualification (e.g. MRes, PhD)
  • Participation in clinical research
  • Publications in peer reviewed journals
  • Participation in research relevant to Orthodontics
TeachingEssential
  • Experience of postgraduate and undergraduate teaching and training at an appropriate level.
Desirable
  • Teaching qualification
  • Experience in supervising StRs and postgraduates
Quality ImprovementEssential
  • Effective participation in clinical audit/service evaluations/quality improvement programmes
Desirable
  • Lead role in the delivery of QI initiatives
PersonalEssential
  • Communication Skills: Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making: Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions
  • Managing Others & Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively with others. Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
  • Empathy & Sensitivity: Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
  • Organisation & Planning: Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively. Capacity to prioritise own workload. Basic IT skills
  • Vigilance & Situational Awareness: Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
  • Coping with Pressure: Capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
  • Equality, diversity and inclusion: Demonstrates commitment to an equal, diverse and truly inclusive environment and experience for patients, trainees, students & colleagues
Person SpecificationRegistrationEssential
  • Full registration with the United Kingdom General Dental Council
  • On the Orthodontic Specialist list of the United Kingdom General Dental Council.
Professional QualificationsEssential
  • Membership in Orthodontics or Equivalent
  • Possession of a CCST in Orthodontics (or within 6 months of achievement) or Equivalent
  • Possession of the Intercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Examination in Orthodontics(before commencing post) or Equivalent
Desirable
  • Other Postgraduate qualification in Orthodontics or equivalent (e.g. MSc , Professional Doctorate )
ClinicalEssential
  • Experience in the multi-disciplinary management of orthodontic patients
ManagementEssential
  • Experience in the day to day clinical management of an Orthodontic service
Desirable
  • Clinical leadership experience in Orthodontics
ResearchEssential
  • Ability to appraise scientific literature critically
Desirable
  • Research qualification (e.g. MRes, PhD)
  • Participation in clinical research
  • Publications in peer reviewed journals
  • Participation in research relevant to Orthodontics
TeachingEssential
  • Experience of postgraduate and undergraduate teaching and training at an appropriate level.
Desirable
  • Teaching qualification
  • Experience in supervising StRs and postgraduates
Quality ImprovementEssential
  • Effective participation in clinical audit/service evaluations/quality improvement programmes
Desirable
  • Lead role in the delivery of QI initiatives
PersonalEssential
  • Communication Skills: Demonstrates clarity in written/spoken communication & capacity to adapt language as appropriate to the situation. Able to build rapport, listen, persuade & negotiate
  • Problem Solving & Decision Making: Capacity to use logical/lateral thinking to solve problems/make decisions
  • Managing Others & Team Involvement: Capacity to work effectively with others. Able to work in multi-professional teams & supervise junior medical staff
  • Empathy & Sensitivity: Capacity to take in others' perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
  • Organisation & Planning: Capacity to manage/prioritise time and information effectively. Capacity to prioritise own workload. Basic IT skills
  • Vigilance & Situational Awareness: Capacity to monitor developing situations and anticipate issues
  • Coping with Pressure: Capacity to operate under pressure. Demonstrates initiative & resilience to cope with changing circumstances
  • Equality, diversity and inclusion: Demonstrates commitment to an equal, diverse and truly inclusive environment and experience for patients, trainees, students & colleagues

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