Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled and experienced Maxillofacial Prosthetist to join our dynamic Maxillofacial Laboratory .
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be required to undertake a wide range of work so it is therefore desired they already possess a range of skills and experience in Maxillofacial Prosthetics although local training will be provided. The successful applicant will be expected to have had some experience in the following areas of Maxillofacial Prosthetics:
Orthognathic planning & appliances
Trauma splints and appliances
Conventional facial prosthetics
Custom made silicone implants
3D design softwares, printers, and technologies
Cranioplasty implants
Intra-oral implant prosthetics
Implants retained facial prosthetics
Clinical & technical knowledge of obturation
Consideration will be given to applicants who have proven experience in Dental Technology who have gained experience in some of the above services and those who are in the process of applying to sit their IMPT AIB interview in the near future.
Informal visits are encouraged
About us
St Georges University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's Maxillofacial Laboratory has a vacancy for a permanent, highly skilled and experienced Maxillofacial Prosthetist to join their team. Applicants must be in possession of approved qualifications in Maxillofacial Prosthetics & Technology. Membership of the Institute of Maxillofacial Prosthetists & Technologists is desirable.
The Maxillofacial Laboratory at St George's Hospital provides a wide range of medical devices and appliances to large multidisciplinary teams within the St George's UHNHSFT.
St George's Hospital has excellent travel links with Tooting Broadway and the Northern Line a short walk from the hospital. Staff benefits include assistance with travel costs, on-site sports centre, newly refurbished restaurant with internet caf, M&S Simply Food & Caf and other on-site shops. Staff also benefit from assistance with accommodation and childcare facilities.
Job description
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Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Dental Technology or BTEC Diploma Dental Technology
- Minimum full Membership of the Institute of Prosthetists & Technologists (MIMPT)
- MSc Maxillofacial & Craniofacial Technology or Diploma in Professional Studies (Dental Technology) or HNC/HND in Maxillofacial Technology. or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2-3yrs post qualification experience in Maxillofacial Prosthetics working in a multidisciplinary hospital environment.
- Experience in intra and extra oral implant techniques
Desirable
- Experience in the use of 3D techniques and technology for the construction of custom made devices, models, and prototypes
- Some experience as a Lead Specialist in one or more Maxillofacial Prosthetic services
- Experience of maxillary obturation (both clinical and technical)
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the methods of construction for a full range of Maxillofacial devices, appliances and prostheses, trauma splints as well as intra and extra oral implant systems
Desirable
- Be able to construct a full range of appliances.
Personal
Essential
- Professional and enthusiastic
- Methodical
- Good team player
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Dental Technology or BTEC Diploma Dental Technology
- Minimum full Membership of the Institute of Prosthetists & Technologists (MIMPT)
- MSc Maxillofacial & Craniofacial Technology or Diploma in Professional Studies (Dental Technology) or HNC/HND in Maxillofacial Technology. or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 2-3yrs post qualification experience in Maxillofacial Prosthetics working in a multidisciplinary hospital environment.
- Experience in intra and extra oral implant techniques
Desirable
- Experience in the use of 3D techniques and technology for the construction of custom made devices, models, and prototypes
- Some experience as a Lead Specialist in one or more Maxillofacial Prosthetic services
- Experience of maxillary obturation (both clinical and technical)
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the methods of construction for a full range of Maxillofacial devices, appliances and prostheses, trauma splints as well as intra and extra oral implant systems
Desirable
- Be able to construct a full range of appliances.
Personal
Essential
- Professional and enthusiastic
- Methodical
- Good team player
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).
