Job summary
Working as part of the OMFS, Orthodontic and Restorative Laboratory Team, the post holder will take the role of Senior Dental Technician to support the Restorative, Orthodontic and Oral Surgery service. The highly skilled individual will be expert in providing high quality complex work in both orthodontic and restorative dentistry for oral rehabilitation cases, using conventional removable, fixed and implant retained dental prostheses.
The post holder will be supported by the latest Cad-Cam software and 3D printing facilities.
The ability to manage and prioritise workload and to participate in research and development programmes is crucial to the post.
Main duties of the job
The duties and responsibilities listed below should be undertaken in accordance with the levels of competence as defined in the KSF outline for this post. In addition all staff are expected to act in accordance with the values and behaviours of the Trust.
- Design and construct complex, routine and non-routine, fixed, removable and implant retained custom made medical devices and models (gypsum and 3D printed) for the Oral/Maxillofacial, Orthodontic & Restorative Dentistry Service at Bedfordshire Hospital, Luton and Dunstable site.
- To be an expert advisor on all aspects of removable Prosthetics & Orthodontics providing advice to consultant colleagues, multidisciplinary teams (MDT), laboratory staff, medical and nursing staff.
- To play an active role in the digital pathway of technical work and participate in the continued development of this service.
- Prioritise own workload, organising multiple technical tasks, using own initiative, working in a small team, following laboratory prescriptions.
- Attend clinics and provide assistance and instruction to clinicians and consultants for the design and manufacture of custom made medical devices such as obturators for patients undergoing benign or malignant oral/extra oral deformities / diseases, including terminally ill patients.
- Construct trauma appliances, i.e. arch bars, splints at short notice.
- Communicate all relevant information to multidisciplinary team including patients.
About us
Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics.
You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career.
We have state-of-the art facilities placing us at the heart of cutting edge health care. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available.
Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. Please ensure that you make your application as soon as possible.
All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required.
Please review all documents attached to this advert to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Participate in audits related to their field of work on request from laboratory manager.
- Maintain and develop own professional competence and maintain GDC registration.
- Work closely with the Lead Technologists to support the Restorative and Orthodontic service.
- Observe and comply with current health & safety, COSSH and Medical Devices Directive.
- Uses computerised laboratory systems, equipment and maintain records of medical devices/update material LOT numbers.
- Participate in education and training of junior staff / nurses / technicians
- Exposure to highly toxic and noxious fumes from chemicals stored and used in the laboratory i.e. Methyl-Methacrylate, Sulphuric acid, Petroleum spirits etc. Laboratory COSHH safety protocols must be followed i.e. correct fume cabinet and storage unit usage.
- Exposure to bodily fluids during model casting and appliance repair. Laboratory cleaning and decontamination procedures must be adhered to at all times.
- Be responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of own workspace along with highly specialised and complex machinery in the laboratory. Any defects to report to laboratory manager.
- Support and cover other services provided by the laboratory when required, i.e. staff on annual leave, sickness, managers request etc.
- To liaise with building and engineering services as required i.e. report faults within laboratory to estates.
- Monitor and maintain stock levels, creating orders using computerised purchasing systems.
- Lift heavy plaster buckets and refill storage units when required.
- Long periods of concentration required sitting at work bench and standing in plaster room.
- Attend clinics when requested to advise and help adjust custom made appliances.
- To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post.
- The job description is not exhaustive and not all custom made devices are listed. Complexity of cases is at the discretion of the Laboratory Manager.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Participate in audits related to their field of work on request from laboratory manager.
- Maintain and develop own professional competence and maintain GDC registration.
- Work closely with the Lead Technologists to support the Restorative and Orthodontic service.
- Observe and comply with current health & safety, COSSH and Medical Devices Directive.
- Uses computerised laboratory systems, equipment and maintain records of medical devices/update material LOT numbers.
- Participate in education and training of junior staff / nurses / technicians
- Exposure to highly toxic and noxious fumes from chemicals stored and used in the laboratory i.e. Methyl-Methacrylate, Sulphuric acid, Petroleum spirits etc. Laboratory COSHH safety protocols must be followed i.e. correct fume cabinet and storage unit usage.
- Exposure to bodily fluids during model casting and appliance repair. Laboratory cleaning and decontamination procedures must be adhered to at all times.
- Be responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of own workspace along with highly specialised and complex machinery in the laboratory. Any defects to report to laboratory manager.
- Support and cover other services provided by the laboratory when required, i.e. staff on annual leave, sickness, managers request etc.
- To liaise with building and engineering services as required i.e. report faults within laboratory to estates.
- Monitor and maintain stock levels, creating orders using computerised purchasing systems.
- Lift heavy plaster buckets and refill storage units when required.
- Long periods of concentration required sitting at work bench and standing in plaster room.
- Attend clinics when requested to advise and help adjust custom made appliances.
- To undertake any other duties commensurate with the post.
- The job description is not exhaustive and not all custom made devices are listed. Complexity of cases is at the discretion of the Laboratory Manager.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Dental Technology or BTEC National Diploma. GDC registered
- GDC Registered
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a Dental Laboratory
- Experience managing own workload to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a hospital laboratory
- Experience of various dental disciplines i.e. restorative, orthodontics, oral surgery
Skills
Essential
- Spatial awareness
- High degree of precision dexterity
- Able to analyses and discuss treatment plans
Desirable
- Ability to use 3D software and printers.
- Basic IT skills for database entry and ordering
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Dental Technology or BTEC National Diploma. GDC registered
- GDC Registered
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a Dental Laboratory
- Experience managing own workload to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a hospital laboratory
- Experience of various dental disciplines i.e. restorative, orthodontics, oral surgery
Skills
Essential
- Spatial awareness
- High degree of precision dexterity
- Able to analyses and discuss treatment plans
Desirable
- Ability to use 3D software and printers.
- Basic IT skills for database entry and ordering
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).
