Job summary
The maxillofacial laboratory at Northampton General Hospital is seeking an experienced, motivated Technologist capable of manufacturing a wide range of medical devices.
The ideal candidate will have experience in maxillofacial prosthetics, intra-oral prosthesis and orthodontic appliance manufacture/osteotomy planning.
The laboratory is equipped with two 3D printers, intra-oral and desk top scanners and Materialise software. The candidate will be expected to attend two clinics a week and also attend theatre when required.
An informal visit is strongly recommended.
Main duties of the job
Provide management of the department in the absence of the Head of Department
Provide clinical, scientific, laboratory, photographic, medical device fabrication and advisory services to patients for their diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.
To be part of the technical team responsible for and performing complex specialised work with a degree of individual responsibility including innovative developmental work and design.
Teach and mentor students on the School of Scientific Careers STP MSc course.
To treat patients referred for micropigmentation and tattooing if qualified to do so.
To provide technical support for the following specialised services. (Non-exhaustive list provided to indicate range required).
About us
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.
Our Excellence Values
- Compassion
- Accountability
- Respect
- Integrity
- Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.
UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Reconstructive Science
To provide technical support for the following specialised services. (Non-exhaustive list provided to indicate range required).
Accept referrals from other specialities within the Trust.
Treat patients requiring facial and body prosthetics.
Attend weekly prosthodontic clinics, assisting in impression taking/intra-oral scanning and fitting complex obturators and dentures.
Attend theatres to assist surgeons in impression taking and fitting of complex surgical appliances.
Plan, design, and manufacture 3D cutting guides and reconstruction plates for major head and neck cancer and trauma cases.
Design and manufacture 3D models using MIMICS design software and Sprint-Ray/Stratasys 3D printers.
Treat Keloid scar patients with custom made pressure splints.
Orthognathic planning and model surgery.
TMJ splinting/bite raising appliances.
Mandibular advancement devices.
Surgical Cover Plates.
Orthodontic Technology
Fixed.
Removable.
Functional.
Hybrid appliance therapy.
Manufacture, labelling and cataloguing of study models.
Prosthodontic Technology
Design, cast and finish Cobalt Chrome frameworks.
Acrylic base plate technology.
Obturation of cancer patients.
Due to the broad and complex nature of duties carried out within the Laboratory the post holder will:
Prioritise their workload accordingly.
Be responsible for their own workload ensuring the completion of all records whether in paper or electronic format.
Keep accurate records.
Report any complaints to appropriate personnel.
Liaise with clinical and nursing staff to ensure an efficient and effective service.
Take part in clinical and laboratory audit.
Ensure safe working practices are always adhered to.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Reconstructive Science
To provide technical support for the following specialised services. (Non-exhaustive list provided to indicate range required).
Accept referrals from other specialities within the Trust.
Treat patients requiring facial and body prosthetics.
Attend weekly prosthodontic clinics, assisting in impression taking/intra-oral scanning and fitting complex obturators and dentures.
Attend theatres to assist surgeons in impression taking and fitting of complex surgical appliances.
Plan, design, and manufacture 3D cutting guides and reconstruction plates for major head and neck cancer and trauma cases.
Design and manufacture 3D models using MIMICS design software and Sprint-Ray/Stratasys 3D printers.
Treat Keloid scar patients with custom made pressure splints.
Orthognathic planning and model surgery.
TMJ splinting/bite raising appliances.
Mandibular advancement devices.
Surgical Cover Plates.
Orthodontic Technology
Fixed.
Removable.
Functional.
Hybrid appliance therapy.
Manufacture, labelling and cataloguing of study models.
Prosthodontic Technology
Design, cast and finish Cobalt Chrome frameworks.
Acrylic base plate technology.
Obturation of cancer patients.
Due to the broad and complex nature of duties carried out within the Laboratory the post holder will:
Prioritise their workload accordingly.
Be responsible for their own workload ensuring the completion of all records whether in paper or electronic format.
Keep accurate records.
Report any complaints to appropriate personnel.
Liaise with clinical and nursing staff to ensure an efficient and effective service.
Take part in clinical and laboratory audit.
Ensure safe working practices are always adhered to.
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Dental Technology
- Master's Degree in Reconstructive Science/Maxillofacial Prosthetics
- Registration with the General Dental Council
Desirable
- Qualification in Micropigmentation
- Registration with the Institute Maxillofacial Prosthetists and Technologists
- PAR Index Calibrated
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Provision of facial and body prosthetics
- A deep knowledge of MIMICS software and 3D design in the manufacture of Cancer and Trauma reconstruction plates and 3D models
- Provision of expanded range of orthodontic fixed and removable appliances
- The ability to treat, advise patients and surgeons and manufacture a whole range of intra-oral prosthetics for cancer patients to include casting titanium and chrome
- Experience in attending MDT clinics for cancer and orthognathic planning
Desirable
- Micropigmentation and tattooing
- Occlusal index course (PAR)
- Ability to plan and advise surgeons on Orthognathic cases
SKILLS
Essential
- Flexible attitude to work
- Able to use own initiative and prioritise own workload
- Excellent communication skills
- Empathy and understanding
- Be able to stand for long period
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Foundation Degree in Dental Technology
- Master's Degree in Reconstructive Science/Maxillofacial Prosthetics
- Registration with the General Dental Council
Desirable
- Qualification in Micropigmentation
- Registration with the Institute Maxillofacial Prosthetists and Technologists
- PAR Index Calibrated
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Provision of facial and body prosthetics
- A deep knowledge of MIMICS software and 3D design in the manufacture of Cancer and Trauma reconstruction plates and 3D models
- Provision of expanded range of orthodontic fixed and removable appliances
- The ability to treat, advise patients and surgeons and manufacture a whole range of intra-oral prosthetics for cancer patients to include casting titanium and chrome
- Experience in attending MDT clinics for cancer and orthognathic planning
Desirable
- Micropigmentation and tattooing
- Occlusal index course (PAR)
- Ability to plan and advise surgeons on Orthognathic cases
SKILLS
Essential
- Flexible attitude to work
- Able to use own initiative and prioritise own workload
- Excellent communication skills
- Empathy and understanding
- Be able to stand for long period
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Passionate and committed to bring our Dedicated to Excellence values to life, improving the way we work with each other, particularly focusing on empowerment, equality diversity and inclusion of our staff, patients and service users
- Ability to work in a multi-disciplined team environment
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).
.jpg){kind=logo}
