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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. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.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.The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable.Job overviewWe are pleased to invite applications for a consultant in restorative dentistry for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, which works across North Wales. It's a great opportunity for visionary individuals who wish to be part of the transformation of dental services across North Wales and beyond.This substantive post is for up to 10 sessions although applications for part-time or job sharing will be considered. The appointee will work with enthusiastic and supportive colleagues across the region to improve the comprehensive consultative service for North Wales, treating serious and complex cases to the highest standard. There is an emphasis on multidisciplinary management by oncology, head and neck, orthodontic service, and the North West regional cleft lip and palate network. We have strong academic, teaching, and training links with Liverpool Dental Hospital, Bangor University, and Edge Hill.Main duties of the jobThe appointee will work with enthusiastic and supportive colleagues across the region to improve the comprehensive consultative service for North Wales. The job involves treating serious and complex malocclusions to the highest standard, with an emphasis on multidisciplinary management including orthognathic surgery and collaboration with restorative dentistry. There are opportunities to provide local orthodontic care as part of the Regional Cleft Lip and Palate Network. We have strong academic, teaching, and training links with Liverpool Dental Hospital, Bangor, and Edge Hill Universities, along with the Mersey, Cheshire, and North Wales quarterly meetings.Person specificationQualificationsBDS or equivalent Full registration with United Kingdom General Dental Council (GDC)Distinctions, Scholarships prizes, other degrees e.g., BSc, MSc, MS, PhDIntercollegiate Specialty Fellowship Exit Examination in Restorative Dentistry or equivalentHolds CCST in Restorative Dentistry or equivalent or will obtain within 6 months of interviewIs currently, or will be eligible for inclusion, on the GDC Specialist RegisterCCST or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by GMC by date of AAC)Welsh SpeakerTrainingSuccessful completion of an SAC approved 5 year minimum training programme in Restorative Dentistry, or within 6 months of completion or equivalentAuditEvidence of participation in clinical audit and understanding role of audit in improving medical/dental practice. Understanding of clinical risk management and clinical governancePresentation of publication of audit projectsResearchAn understanding of general principles, scientific method and interpretation of literature.Ability to critically appraise the literatureEvidence of personal research and presentations.Publications in peer-reviewed journals.ManagementCommitment to participating in and understanding of the management processAbility to manage a clinical serviceEvidence of organisational abilityAbility to prioritise and plan effectivelyAbility to manage conflicting and unpredictable demandsEvidence of management trainingAttended a National Health Service Management Course appropriate to Consultant duties.TeachingCommitment to teaching of dentists, junior staff, and allied health professionalsEvidence of active participation in teachingOrganisation of (undergraduate and/or postgraduate) teaching programmesEvidence of participation in Education skills trainingTraining +/or qualifications in teachingTo work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.Employer certification / accreditation badgesYou must have appropriate UK professional registration.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.Name: Benjamin LewisConsidering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.Job title: Consultant Orthodontist / Ymghnhorydd OrthodontegEmail address: Benjamin.RK.Lewis@wales.nhs.ukTelephone number: 03000 848374If you have problems applying, contactAddress: Abergele HospitalAmbrose Onibere: ambrose.onibere@wales.nhs.ukTelephone: 03000855063#J-18808-Ljbffr