Job summary
An enthusiastic person with attention to detail and willingness to learn is required to join the Maxillofacial Laboratory team. Roles will involve a range of routine tasks within the unit, producing laboratory plaster models, maintaining a clean workspace, upkeep of laboratory equipment, measure and replenishing materials and chemistry. Responsible for the production, digital scanning and archiving as part of department records. Previous experience not necessary as full training will be given.
Informal visits are welcome, ring the Laboratory to book a time and date.
Main duties of the job
To provide assistance and support to staff within the Orthodontic and Maxillofacial Laboratory. Producing quality plaster models to deadlines. Measure and replenish materials and stock when required. Maintenance of machinery/equipment/tools. Maintains a high level of cleanliness within the laboratory.
About us
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 1st April 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 19th April 2024
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
As per Home Office guidelines, please be aware that, unfortunately, the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular position.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 1st April 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 19th April 2024
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or above
Experience
Essential
- A good level of IT knowledge and applications including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience in admin and clerical responsibilities
Desirable
- Previous experience of dental laboratory work
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of NHS systems nationally, regionally and locally
Desirable
- Knowledge of dental laboratory procedures, service specialities.
- Computer aided design.
- Health and Safety understanding.
Skills
Essential
- The postholder requires good manual dexterity for the manipulation of fine tools and to operate machinery.
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills with a range of people.
- Organisational skills with the ability to cope with considerable pressure and adapt to constant change and demands.
- Time management; by setting priorities and planning effectively.
- Builds good and affective relationships with colleagues.
- Shows self-discipline e.g. record keeping, legibility and attention to detail.
- Able to operate effectively on their own or as part of a larger team.
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or above
Experience
Essential
- A good level of IT knowledge and applications including Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Experience in admin and clerical responsibilities
Desirable
- Previous experience of dental laboratory work
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of NHS systems nationally, regionally and locally
Desirable
- Knowledge of dental laboratory procedures, service specialities.
- Computer aided design.
- Health and Safety understanding.
Skills
Essential
- The postholder requires good manual dexterity for the manipulation of fine tools and to operate machinery.
- Demonstrates excellent communication skills with a range of people.
- Organisational skills with the ability to cope with considerable pressure and adapt to constant change and demands.
- Time management; by setting priorities and planning effectively.
- Builds good and affective relationships with colleagues.
- Shows self-discipline e.g. record keeping, legibility and attention to detail.
- Able to operate effectively on their own or as part of a larger team.
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).