Orthodontics ST4

Applicants must have:

• BDS or equivalent dental qualification recognised by the General Dental Council
• Be on the GDC specialist list for Orthodonticsⁱ or recommended for the award of a CCST at time of post commencementⁱⁱ*

How is this assessed?

• Application form
• *Pre-employment checks

ⁱ Equivalence to MOrth will be assumed if candidate is already on the General Dental Council Orthodontics Specialist List
ⁱⁱ Refers to the date at which the post commences
 

Applicants must:

• Be registered with the GDC by time of post commencementⁱⁱ*
• Be eligible to work in the UKⁱⁱ*
• Be able to travel to sites as required in order to fulfil the requirements of the whole training programmeⁱⁱ*

How is this assessed?

• *Pre-employment checks

ⁱⁱRefers to the date at which the post commences

Applicants must:

• Be up to date and fit to practise safely 

How is this assessed?

• Application form
• References

Applicants must:

• Meet the necessary knowledge of English language for dental professionals as outlined by the General Dental Council*

How is this assessed?

• *Pre-employment checks

Applicants must:

• Meet professional health requirements (in line with GDC Standards)*
• Satisfactory Health Check and immunisation status*

How is this assessed?

• Application form
• *Pre-employment health screening

Applicants must:

• Be able to provide complete details of their employment history
• Be able to provide evidence that their career progression is consistent with their personal circumstances
• Be able to provide evidence that their present level of achievement and performance is commensurate with the totality of their period of training
• Have notified the Training Programme Director of the Specialty Training Programme they are currently training in if applying to continue training in the same specialty in another regionⁱⁱⁱ
• Not have previously relinquished or been released / removed from a specialty training programme, except under exceptional circumstances at time of post commencement^iv
• Have evidence of successful completion of 3-year full time training in Orthodontics (or the equivalent period in part time training) at the time of the start of the post.

How is this assessed?

• Application form

ⁱⁱⁱ The Support for application to another region form, signed by the Training Programme Director of their current Speciality Training Programme confirming satisfactory progress must be submitted to the recruitment office at time of application
^iv Applications will only be considered if applicants provide a Support for Reapplication to a Specialty Training Programme form, signed by both the Training Programme Director/Head of School and the Postgraduate Dean in the Local Office/Deanery that the training took place. Extraordinary circumstances may be defined as a demonstrated change in circumstances, which can be shown on the ability to train at that time and may include severe personal illness or family caring responsibility incompatible with continuing to train. Completed forms must be submitted at the time of application. No other evidence will be accepted

Applicants must: 

• Have completed ALL sections of application form FULLY according to written guidelines

How is this assessed?

• Application form

Desirable

• MFDS / MJDF or equivalent at the time of application
• MSc or other higher degree in Orthodontics (to be achieved by date of appointment)
• Other qualifications held at time of application e.g., BSc, MSc, PhD, or Dip/MSc  

How is this assessed?

• Application form
• Self-assessment form
• Interview/selection centre

Essential

• Commitment to the specialty with clear career objectives
• Demonstrates insight, interest, and commitment to pursuing a career in the specialty of orthodontics
• On an NHS primary care organisation Performers List or able to meet requirements for listing (see specialty-specific requirements below as some posts that utilise primary care placements require trainees to be on the performers list)*

Desirable

• Has evidence of experience in more than one dental specialty/clinical setting
• Should have wide training in a number of specialties consummate to their post qualification experience 
• On an NHS primary care organisation Performers List or able to meet requirements for listing (see specialty-specific requirements below as some posts that utilise primary care placements require trainees to be on the performers list)*
• Has evidence of undertaking appropriate courses commensurate with career progression and intentions
• Experience in a range of posts at various levels which demonstrates career progression within the specialty of Orthodontics and an intention to apply for a consultant post on completion of ST4-5 training.

How is this assessed?

• Application form
• Self-assessment form
• Interview/selection centre

Essential

• Demonstrates good patient care skills
• Capacity to apply sound clinical knowledge and judgement to problems
• Ability to prioritise clinical need
• Demonstrates appropriate technical and clinical competence and evidence of the development of diagnostic skills and clinical judgement 

How is this assessed?

• Self-assessment form
• Interview/selection centre
• References

Essential

Research

• Understanding of the principles and relevance of research in evidence-based practice.

Quality improvement

• Demonstrates understanding of the principles of audit/clinical governance/quality improvement.
• Evidence of participation in quality improvement/audit/service evaluation. 

Desirable

Research

• Evidence of relevant academic and research achievements. For example, degrees or awards.
• Publications.
• Conference presentations/posters.
• Distinctions, scholarships, prizes, and honours.

Quality improvement

• Evidence of leading at least one quality improvement project.

Teaching

• Evidence of delivering undergraduate or postgraduate teaching, or teaching Dental Care Professionals.
• Teaching qualifications. For example, PG Certificate in Education, or other teaching training.

How is this assessed?

• Application form
• Self-assessment form
• Interview/selection centre

Essential

Communication skills:

• Capacity to communicate effectively and sensitively with others
• Able to discuss treatment/oral health options with patients/stakeholders in a way they can understand

Problem solving and decision making:

• Capacity to think beyond the obvious, with analytical and flexible mind, bringing a range of approaches to problem solving
• Demonstrates effective judgement and decision-making skills
• Effective communications with colleagues across the whole dental team

Empathy and sensitivity:

• Capacity to take in others’ perspectives and treat others with understanding; sees patients as people
• Demonstrates respect for all

Managing others and team involvement:

• Capacity to work effectively in a multi- disciplinary team
• Demonstrate leadership, when appropriate
• Capacity to establish good working relationships with others

Organisation and planning:

• Capacity to manage time and prioritise various tasks and commitments, balance urgent and important demands, follow instructions

Vigilance and situational awareness:

• Capacity to monitor and anticipate situations that may change rapidly

Coping with pressure and managing uncertainty:

• Demonstrates flexibility, decisiveness and resilience
• Capacity to operate effectively under pressure and remain objective in highly emotive/pressurised situations
• Awareness of own limitations and when to ask for help 

How is this assessed?

• Self-assessment form
• Interview/selection centre

Essential

• Takes responsibility for own actions
• Demonstrates honesty and reliability
• Demonstrates respect for the rights of all
• Demonstrates awareness of the ethical principles, safety, confidentiality and consent
• Awareness of importance of being the patients’ advocate, clinical governance, and the responsibilities of an NHS employee
• Demonstrate the principles of NHS values including care, compassion, dignity, respect, and commitment to quality

How is this assessed?

• Application form
• Interview/selection centre