Dental Technician

Job summary
We are looking for an experienced dental technician to integrate into our laboratory to work to clinical prescription producing complex dental technical restorations related to fixed prosthodontics. The vast majority of the work of this post holder will be the construction of multiple-unit crown and bridge restorations. There will also be the opportunity for the individual to learn and progress in implant restorations.

Main duties of the job
Technical Work
The construction of complete and partial fixed prostheses in acrylic, all-ceramic, composite, cast dental alloys, composite and PEEK materials
Use of CAD/CAM technology to design and manufacture fixed prostheses.

Works allocation
To ensure that turnaround times are met.
To escalate to the Laboratory Manager when turnaround targets are not being met

Quality
Ensure that work produced by the laboratory is of the highest possible standard and meets the needs of the service users prescribing the work.
To escalate any quality concerns to the Laboratory Manager
To escalate to Management any concerns around the quality or delivery of externally procured lab work

Additional Duties
To undertake any duties, commensurate to grade, that are required to ensure the smooth running of the service.

About us
You will be working in a close knit team of dental technicians, in a busy laboratory. There are opportunities for growth and development in a team willing to help and guide.

Job responsibilities
The construction of a range of fixed appliances for clinical staff, postgraduate students and undergraduate students.
To be familiar with CAD/CAM technology and its current role within dental technology.
To be able to demonstrate specific skills i.e. high levels of dexterity and coordination using both CAD/ CAM technology and analogue techniques.
To be able to scan and design fixed appliances for periods of intense prolonged concentration using VDU equipment daily, whereby there may be a requirement for sitting in a restricted position for a substantial portion of time.
Prioritise their own workload including planning for appliances and formulating adjustments where necessary. This will involve ensuring all appointment dates are met and the keeping of up-to-date records of all work allocated using correct laboratory protocols.
All work to be produced in line with Medical Devices Regulations.
Ability to communicate with staff and students. This will also mean spending time on consultant, postgraduate clinics unsupervised and may involve communicating with patients regarding shade taking with occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances.
Assist with the routine day to day running of the laboratory and assist clinical and nursing staff with collection of completed work.
Ensure the cleanliness and tidiness of own work areas plus have responsibility for specific items of laboratory equipment and report defects in need of remedy to the Lead Technician

Person Specification
Educational and Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Dental Technician
• Evidence of significant continuous professional and personal development
• Fully qualified dental technician holding a BTEC Diploma/BSc in Dental Technology or equivalent

Experience
Essential

• Experienced in multiple unit crown and bridge restorative cases
• Experience of the production of fixed dental restorations in all-ceramic
• Experience of the production of fixed dental restorations in metal-ceramic
• Experience of the production of fixed dental restorations in composite

Desirable

• Worked in Hospital/NHS setting
• Experience in the use of CAD/CAM technology

Skills, Knowledge & Ability
Essential

• Good communication skills both oral and written
• Highly motivated and flexible approach to work
• Willingness to learn new ways of working and respond positively to changing work demands
• Ability to prioritise and organise own workload
• Ability to work as a member of the laboratory team

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.
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