Job overview
If you are looking for a consultant post in a dynamic department, in a beautiful part of the world, then we have a great opportunity for a consultant who would like a good work-life balance and great colleagues.
We are a friendly department, focusing on patient centred care delivered with compassion. Although our case mix is complex, we support each other in planning care. We also have a good network of regional colleagues who we can ask for advice or even second opinions.
Interview date: 21/09/2026 TBC
Main duties of the job
You will:
- Provide orthodontic care for patients in the west of Dorset with complex orthodontic needs
- Supervise multidisciplinary teams to deliver cleft, orthognathic and hypodontia care
- Deliver high quality, customer focused care
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the detailed job description and person specification attached. Please contact us to discuss further.
Person specification
Research
Essential
- Knowledge of the principles involved in research; ;
- Publications in peer-reviewed journals
- Established research interest
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in managing complex orthodontic cases
- Ability to take responsibility for delivering the service required of a consultant
Desirable
- Experience in managing and involvement in treating patients presenting with Cleft Lip and Palate deformaties, patients requiring Orthognathic surgery and Hypodontia
Current Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Broad range of IT skills, including Orthodontic specific platforms eg Dolphin
- Ability to update clinical knowledge and skills
- Knowledge of evidence based practice
Teaching and Communication
Essential
- Enthusiasm for Orthodontics and willingness to share knowledge and experience with others; ; ; ;
- Experience of supervising trainees
- Experience of teaching technical & nursing staff
- Experience in organising and teaching in professional update course
Communication & Language Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, support staff and patients
- Ability to present effectively with an audience, using variety of methods and to respond to questions
Education, Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Full GDC registration
- Entry on the GDC Specialist Register
- To have undertaken an MScD or DDS or equivalent
- Successfully completed ISFE or shortly to sit the ISFE ( must be within 6 months of the interview)
Team Working and Service Development
Essential
- Aptitude to be a team member
- Ability to develop effective working relationships with all levels of staff
- Awareness of personal and professional limitations
- Good time management skills and ability to cope with and organise the workload efficiently
- Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
- Ability to practice independently as a consultant, to take responsibility and to have an aptitude for leadership
- Ability to adapt & respond to changing circumstances
Understanding and Participation in Clinical Governance
Essential
- Understanding clinical governance and the responsibilities it implies;;
- Knowledge of the principles of and the evidence of participation in clinical audit
- Participation in contunuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of past participation;
- Experience of clinical and process outcome audit
Management Training, Organisational Skills and Strategic Vision
Essential
- Evidence of general management training and skills appropriate to the post
- Evidence of ability to contribute to the strategic direction of the Trust
- Knowledge of organisational aspects of the NHS
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This advert is for Consultant Orthodontist with Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust in Dorchester, South West, England. It is listed as a Consultant Dentist role. The advertised salary is £113,565 - £150,569 pro rata per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Aug 2026.
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