Senior Dental Technician (Orthodontics)

Job overview

Due to the retirement of a long-standing member of staff, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a forward-thinking Senior Dental Technician to work with our Orthodontic/OMF Laboratory team at Bristol Dental Hospital.

The post holder will be responsible for the design, planning and construction of an extensive range of highly complex, custom-made functional, fixed and removeable dental/oro-facial appliances.  The post holder will be expected to take on a leading role in the expansion of digital workflows, develop new skills in line with experience, new practices, qualifications and will also have a commitment to continuing professional development.

Applications are invited from Dental Technicians who are fully registered with the General Dental Council and hold a recognised academic qualification in dental technology. We encourage applications from dental technicians whether your experience and background is based in a commercial dental laboratory or NHS hospital setting.

This is an exciting time to join the team at Bristol Dental Hospital, as we embark on a journey of modernisation, which has seen recent investment in digital orthognathic planning software, CNC milling and 3D printing technology.

Main duties of the job

• To construct an extensive range of highly complex, specialised custom-made dental/oro-facial appliances.
• To utilise CAD/CAM technology to design and manufacture highly complex fixed and removeable appliances
• Collaborate directly with clinicians and patients to provide technical advice, discuss case requirements and develop innovative appliances and custom solutions to ensure effective service delivery.
• Provide cover and assist the Chief Dental Technician (Laboratory Manager) in all areas that may be required, including prioritisation and organisation of workload.
• To be responsible for the supervision of any Technicians that may be recruited and any students that may be allocated to the department.
• To assist with rostering, off duty periods and holiday cover to ensure smooth running of the Laboratory.
• Participate in the development and implementation of laboratory policies.
• Carry out basic maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Order stock on the Trust system.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records for audit purposes and compliance with UK Medical Devices Regulation.
• Assist with research projects, surveys & audits of the service as required.
• Regularly required to maintain prolonged concentration throughout the fabrication of appliances and models.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and person specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.