The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Dental Technician

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Job summary

37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Specialist Surgery Laboratory team for a forward thinking, well-motivated Dental Technician. This role is ideal for someone patient-centred and wanting to challenge themselves to providing the highest possible standards.

As a registered DCP (GDC) you will be working closely with team members to provide excellent dental technical work from various clinical disciplines. The role requires the ability to produce dental models for a variety of treatments analog (gypsum) and digital (3D scanning) as well as variety of Orthodontic (removable and fixed) appliances. They will also assist in the production of Prosthetic, Sleep apnoea, Bite Raising Appliances and supporting the Maxillofacial Prosthetic Clinics/Clinicians where appropriate.

The successful candidate will also possess good communication, interpersonal, administrative and clerical skills with the ability to multitask whilst constantly prioritising service needs. There will be an expectation to be involved in all aspects of the running of the Laboratory and its clinics to ensure a harmonious working environment and effective patient service.

Main duties of the job

Applicants are strongly advised to study the Job Description and Person Specification before making a formal application. Candidates will be required to carry out a practical assessment along with an interview. The practical assessment may run on a different day to the interview, and this will be arranged after shortlisting has been completed.

Informal enquiries/visit are encouraged and can be arranged with Christian Skelland christian.skelland@nhs.net or (01709) 424107

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust is a combined acute and community Trust serving a population of over 260,000 with over 4,500 staff. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham. We are working successfully with partners across South Yorkshire as part of the Integrated Care Board where we are leading and collaborating in several key work streams and service areas, including workforce development. We combine our patient first approach with innovation and care against a backdrop of system working, as encapsulated in our Trust values

AMBITIOUS - We set high standards for the services we deliver. We aim to be an outstanding Trust and we are enthusiastic about delivering excellent health care for our patients.

CARING - We embrace the importance of giving the highest possible quality of care for our patients. We also care for each other as colleagues and for the community, our resources, our environment and our future.

TOGETHER - We value the importance of working together with patients, carers and families to ensure that we provide high quality patient centred care. We are committed to working with partners and stakeholders across Rotherham, South Yorkshire and Bassetlaw to develop sustainable services for the population we serve. Getting the right leaders in the Trust is critical to achieving.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, for both our patients and our workforce.

Details

Date posted

03 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£27,055 to £32,934 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9165-23-04-097

Job locations

Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

120 Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2TY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the Job description and person specification for full details about the role and responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the Job description and person specification for full details about the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GDC Approved Qualification in Dental Technology (OND, BSc or equivalent)
  • Registered with the GDC as a (DCP) Dental Technician

Experience

Essential

  • Working with Microsoft office word, outlook and excel.
  • Working as part of a team
  • Awareness of confidentiality
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to co-ordinate a variety of duties that run simultaneously.
  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

  • Experience of working in hospitals/NHS environment, including direct patient contact

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of general dental laboratory procedures.
  • Evidence of CPD in relation to this post/registration.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of COSHH, MDD and Risk Assessment in relation to dental laboratories.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • GDC Approved Qualification in Dental Technology (OND, BSc or equivalent)
  • Registered with the GDC as a (DCP) Dental Technician

Experience

Essential

  • Working with Microsoft office word, outlook and excel.
  • Working as part of a team
  • Awareness of confidentiality
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to co-ordinate a variety of duties that run simultaneously.
  • Ability to prioritise workload
  • Ability to work under pressure

Desirable

  • Experience of working in hospitals/NHS environment, including direct patient contact

Knowledge

Essential

  • Knowledge of general dental laboratory procedures.
  • Evidence of CPD in relation to this post/registration.

Desirable

  • Knowledge of COSHH, MDD and Risk Assessment in relation to dental laboratories.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

120 Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2TY


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

120 Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2TY


Employer's website

https://www.therotherhamft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Maxillofacial prosthesist

Christian Skelland

Christian.skelland@nhs.net

01709424107

Details

Date posted

03 May 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£27,055 to £32,934 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

C9165-23-04-097

Job locations

Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

120 Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2TY


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