Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated, proactive individual to join our close knit dynamic team. This position is suited to someone who is enthusiastic and passionate about making a difference for our patients and who is looking to apply their skills in a thriving and supportive workplace.
The Restorative Dentistry service is provided exclusively to those patients needing specialised care for acquired or congenital oro-facial defects. Experience of high quality prosthetics, oral defect obturators and specialist implant retained prosthetics including dentures/bridges are an essential requirement. Other essential requirements are also relevant advanced level qualification. Experience of semi precision attachments, complex chrome frameworks would be an advantage, as would a working knowledge of Orthodontic and Maxillofacial Technology.
Main duties of the job
The laboratory service based within the department provides technical support to the Orthodontic, Maxillofacial and Restorative Departments as well as running a Clinical Prosthetics service to local NHS Trust hospitals. The individual will be a good team player and able to communicate effectively with all grades of staff both verbally and written. We work closely with other team members with the common goal of producing dental technical work and problem solving to the highest standards. The successful candidate will have exceptional physical skills and exacting standards to complement sound theoretical knowledge.
Applications will be considered from candidates who are currently studying towards their postgraduate qualification and in their final year of study. If successful at interview the band 6 salary will be eligible on completion of this course; Band 5 will be payable during study.
*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. Interviews will be carried out in September.
About us
At Bradford Teaching Hospitals we're passionate about providing outstanding care for the people of the Bradford district and communities across the North of England. We're keen to meet people interested in sharing our passion and helping us continue to deliver the highest quality of care to our patients.
We're a renowned teaching hospital trust at the forefront of research, education and development, with a state-of-the-art simulation and skills training centre on site.
In short, we can help you lift your career to the next level. We've received huge investment to improve patient care which means we have truly world-class facilities including a brand new neonatal suite, state-of-the-art intensive care unit, a newly refurbished A&E department, new children's unit and a welcoming, modern atrium and reception area for staff and visitors.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Laboratory operates a 5 day working week Monday to Friday and the applicant will be required to work 37.5 hours per week over 5 days.
***Informal visits to the laboratories are strongly encouraged and can be arranged with the Laboratory Manager.
**For further information about the post, please contact Elizabeth Thorpe Laboratory Manageremail: elizabeth.thorpe@bthft.nhs.uk Tel: (01274) 365226
Closing Date: 30.01.24 (This date may change dependent on the response)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Laboratory operates a 5 day working week Monday to Friday and the applicant will be required to work 37.5 hours per week over 5 days.
***Informal visits to the laboratories are strongly encouraged and can be arranged with the Laboratory Manager.
**For further information about the post, please contact Elizabeth Thorpe Laboratory Manageremail: elizabeth.thorpe@bthft.nhs.uk Tel: (01274) 365226
Closing Date: 30.01.24 (This date may change dependent on the response)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in advanced restorative dentistry techniques complex full and partial dentures
- Knowledge of relevant material science, use of bio-compatible materials, chemistry and toxicology as applied to Restorative/prosthodontic rehabilitation
- Demonstrable experience of advanced techniques associated with Osseo integrated implant systems.
Desirable
- Experience working with an oncology restorative service and the treatment pathway
- Experience working in a hospital production laboratory.
- Experience of 3D printing and associated software packages
Skills
Essential
- Ability to design and construct advanced fixed and removable prosthodontic, non-routine devices for restorative implantology.
- Ability to communicate clearly with clinical staff about patients and their care using effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to problem solve and work unsupervised using own judgement
- Desire to produce work of only the highest quality, manipulating materials, components and fine tools working to a high degree of precision.
- Able to work effectively whilst under pressure
- Take an active role in the development of the 3D Digital service
- Able to evaluate the potential benefit of new ideas to restorative patient care as well as its impact on financial requirement.
- Ability to work with other team members to analyse and design highly complex treatment plans for the construction of complex full and partial dentures, implants and precision attachments.
- Effective organiser of own work and take a proactive approach to work, self-motivated, demonstrating flexibility to changing demands
- Commitment to high standards with the ability to cope with completing the workload with sometimes tight deadlines/urgent demands
- Professional, calm and efficient manner
- Ability to work well within the immediate and wider team
Desirable
- Knowledge of planning and constructing appliances from digital scans
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Understanding of Osseo integrated implant technology and Restorative procedures.
- Awareness of relevant material science, use of biocompatible materials and chemistry as applied to technical dentistry.
- Knowledge of legislation covering data protection and patient confidentiality
- COSHH, Health and Safety legislation, and relevant laboratory best practice. Legislation covering data protection and patient confidentiality.
Working Conditions
Essential
- Frequent unpleasant conditions, fumes from materials, abrasives, use of chemicals, equipment vibration, bodily fluids.
- Occasional distressing or emotional circumstances. Dealing with patients with ora-facial abnormalities. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and act with tact
- Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position. Stands/sits at lab bench casting impressions, making appliances
- Frequent prolonged on-going concentration on production of appliances.
- Ability to process urgent Restorative appliances
Qualifications
Essential
- BSC in Dental Science/ Dental Technology or historical equivalent.
- Post qualification in a relevant subject/MSc Prosthodontic technology (consideration will be given to candidates in the final year of study for this qualification and if successful at interview they will be eligible for the band 6 on completion of their course).
- Registration with the GDC Council
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience in advanced restorative dentistry techniques complex full and partial dentures
- Knowledge of relevant material science, use of bio-compatible materials, chemistry and toxicology as applied to Restorative/prosthodontic rehabilitation
- Demonstrable experience of advanced techniques associated with Osseo integrated implant systems.
Desirable
- Experience working with an oncology restorative service and the treatment pathway
- Experience working in a hospital production laboratory.
- Experience of 3D printing and associated software packages
Skills
Essential
- Ability to design and construct advanced fixed and removable prosthodontic, non-routine devices for restorative implantology.
- Ability to communicate clearly with clinical staff about patients and their care using effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to problem solve and work unsupervised using own judgement
- Desire to produce work of only the highest quality, manipulating materials, components and fine tools working to a high degree of precision.
- Able to work effectively whilst under pressure
- Take an active role in the development of the 3D Digital service
- Able to evaluate the potential benefit of new ideas to restorative patient care as well as its impact on financial requirement.
- Ability to work with other team members to analyse and design highly complex treatment plans for the construction of complex full and partial dentures, implants and precision attachments.
- Effective organiser of own work and take a proactive approach to work, self-motivated, demonstrating flexibility to changing demands
- Commitment to high standards with the ability to cope with completing the workload with sometimes tight deadlines/urgent demands
- Professional, calm and efficient manner
- Ability to work well within the immediate and wider team
Desirable
- Knowledge of planning and constructing appliances from digital scans
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Understanding of equality and diversity issues and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
- Understanding of what the NHS Constitution means to you, and your responsibilities to the public, patients and colleagues.
- Understanding of Osseo integrated implant technology and Restorative procedures.
- Awareness of relevant material science, use of biocompatible materials and chemistry as applied to technical dentistry.
- Knowledge of legislation covering data protection and patient confidentiality
- COSHH, Health and Safety legislation, and relevant laboratory best practice. Legislation covering data protection and patient confidentiality.
Working Conditions
Essential
- Frequent unpleasant conditions, fumes from materials, abrasives, use of chemicals, equipment vibration, bodily fluids.
- Occasional distressing or emotional circumstances. Dealing with patients with ora-facial abnormalities. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and act with tact
- Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position. Stands/sits at lab bench casting impressions, making appliances
- Frequent prolonged on-going concentration on production of appliances.
- Ability to process urgent Restorative appliances
Qualifications
Essential
- BSC in Dental Science/ Dental Technology or historical equivalent.
- Post qualification in a relevant subject/MSc Prosthodontic technology (consideration will be given to candidates in the final year of study for this qualification and if successful at interview they will be eligible for the band 6 on completion of their course).
- Registration with the GDC Council
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).
