Orthodontic Therapist

Duties and Responsibilities Receive the patient, preparing him/her to undergo all aspect of orthodontic treatment Assist the Consultant Orthodontist with all aspect of treatment Be a skilled practitioner in all aspects in all aspects of patient care including the care of children and complex needs within the department Work in accordance with the Trust cross infection control, clinical waste and sharps polic Key results from the job holder Comply with policies, procedures and guidelines including the Code of Conduct Co-ordinate and communicate effectively with appropriate clinicians, staff, professional bodies and agencies Take part in all aspects of clinical governance within the Trust Responsibilities for sharing knowledge with students and professional staff Support the mandatory training policy in attending life support updates, fire and moving and handling training Compliance with Health and Safety at work policies including risk assessment, and reporting of all incidents Completing of all mandatory training (e-learning) in line with Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh protocols Compliance with the Data Protection Act Planning and Organisational Duties Contribute to service development in Maxillofacial and Orthodontics Contribute to education within Orthodontic services, acting as a cascade trainer, undertaking clinical supervision of trainees and students Create and maintain a learning environment for self and others promoting the use of e-learning and information technology Contribute to performance management through good delivery of care Effectively contribute to both clinical and management skill through knowledge gained withing the orthodontic speciality Deal sensitively with patient complaints in conjunction with Patient Complaints Advice and Liaison Service following guidance with Trust Policies Worth with National Framework Polices including child protection, vulnerable adults, and the Mental Health Act Communications and Key Working Relationships To actively contribute to team meetings and audit Promote good Oral Health, Health Education and Health Promotion To make effective use of appropriate learning opportunities for self-care and others and apply knowledge gained to improve working practice and patient care Establish leadership and provide a positive working environment as part of a multidisciplinary team acting as a good role model to others To assist in support for patients where there are barriers to acceptance when there are issues which require good communication and interpersonal skills To develop and promote a positive vision for future, encouraging staff to develop and to solutions to address potential problems To respect patient confidentiality at all times and not divulge patient information unless sanctioned by the requirements of the role To comply with Trusts policies and procedures and to actively support the Trusts commitment to equality and diversity in both employment and the delivery of services. All patients, staff and visitors must be treated equitably, with dignity and respect taking into account their race, gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexuality e Responsibility for Finance To actively promote the effective and economic management of resources available within the area if budgetary responsibility To make recommendations which are consistent with team objectives and organisational polices.