Job summary
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic Dental Technician to join a multi- disciplined team in the Orthodontics and Restorative Dentistry Department.
This is an attractive role to apply your skills and furthering your experience with advanced techniques
Main duties of the job
To undertake the duties of a specialist grade (Band 6) dental technician to clinical prescription producing dental technical restorations related to fixed prosthodontics. The vast majority of the work of this post holder will be the construction of complex and highly complex fixed prosthodontic restorations with some implant supported restorations.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide technical support to the Consultants and Clinical Staff within the department as part of the dental team.
- To perform a broad range of techniques associated with restorative dentistry including single and multiple unit implant supported crown and bridge restorations for clinical staff. This will include the production of high quality restorations, Gold crowns/inlays, Post and cores, Metal ceramic crowns, All ceramic crowns, Bridges (conventional, fixed-movable and minimal preparation), Veneers.
- To construct complex and non-routine crown & bridge appliances and prostheses to resolve patient problems, with shade taking in surgery on a daily basis. You will also be required to construct a range of prosthetic dentures, splints and radiographic stents.
- To be proficient in the production of the above mentioned items the post holder will need to be familiar with the use of porcelain and composite materials as well as cast dental alloys.
- To be familiar in the use of milling and production of customised abutments for implant cases. To be familiar with CAD/CAM technology.
- To provide diagnostic functional waxing in the planning, temporization and fabrication of restorations. Functional occlusion and the use of Denar articulators using face bows and occlusal records. To produce high quality study and working models, and to be involved in the preparation of teaching materials for lectures and demonstration purposes.
- Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of own work areas plus have responsibility for specific items of laboratory equipment and report defects inneed of remedy to the Lead Technician.
- Ensure safe working practice and implementation of COSHH and other regulations, in accordance with the relevant code of practice of the Department. Be mindful of his/her own actions as they affect the safety of others.
- To maintain self development by keeping abreast of new technologies within the field, and under take general care and minor routine maintenance of equipment and identify maintenance requirements of the laboratory equipment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide technical support to the Consultants and Clinical Staff within the department as part of the dental team.
- To perform a broad range of techniques associated with restorative dentistry including single and multiple unit implant supported crown and bridge restorations for clinical staff. This will include the production of high quality restorations, Gold crowns/inlays, Post and cores, Metal ceramic crowns, All ceramic crowns, Bridges (conventional, fixed-movable and minimal preparation), Veneers.
- To construct complex and non-routine crown & bridge appliances and prostheses to resolve patient problems, with shade taking in surgery on a daily basis. You will also be required to construct a range of prosthetic dentures, splints and radiographic stents.
- To be proficient in the production of the above mentioned items the post holder will need to be familiar with the use of porcelain and composite materials as well as cast dental alloys.
- To be familiar in the use of milling and production of customised abutments for implant cases. To be familiar with CAD/CAM technology.
- To provide diagnostic functional waxing in the planning, temporization and fabrication of restorations. Functional occlusion and the use of Denar articulators using face bows and occlusal records. To produce high quality study and working models, and to be involved in the preparation of teaching materials for lectures and demonstration purposes.
- Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of own work areas plus have responsibility for specific items of laboratory equipment and report defects inneed of remedy to the Lead Technician.
- Ensure safe working practice and implementation of COSHH and other regulations, in accordance with the relevant code of practice of the Department. Be mindful of his/her own actions as they affect the safety of others.
- To maintain self development by keeping abreast of new technologies within the field, and under take general care and minor routine maintenance of equipment and identify maintenance requirements of the laboratory equipment.
Person Specification
Training & Qualification
Essential
- Degree in dental technology or equivalent
- Registered with GDC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience
Desirable
- Knowledge in other areas od dental technology
- Evidence of relevant additional training
Communication skills
Essential
- Effective clear communication
Desirable
Knowledge & techniques to role
Essential
- Examples of knowledge on complex procedures
Desirable
- Demonstrate a range of dental appliances
Person Specification
Training & Qualification
Essential
- Degree in dental technology or equivalent
- Registered with GDC
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience
Desirable
- Knowledge in other areas od dental technology
- Evidence of relevant additional training
Communication skills
Essential
- Effective clear communication
Desirable
Knowledge & techniques to role
Essential
- Examples of knowledge on complex procedures
Desirable
- Demonstrate a range of dental appliances
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).
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
