Orthodontic Technologist

We are looking to appoint a GDC registered Dental Technologist to provide technical support to the Trusts Clinicians, predominantly Orthodontics. Orthodontic Technology experience is essential, and is expected that the candidate will be able to manufacture the full range of simple and complex orthodontic appliances.You will be a valued member of the departmental team, and it is essential that you will have an eye for detail, a desire to learn and develop and to be self-motivated. The department is forward looking and currently developing and implementing going fully digital. There is vision to explore and develop the 3D point of care service within the wider Trust community, You will/can be instrumental in how this is shaped.Experience working within an NHS Trust is desirable, but not essential.Please note that this post is subject to an initial probationary period of six months, extendable up to a period of 12 months. MKUH promotes an inclusive workforce and proactively welcomes
applications from underrepresented groups in our community., 'This team is supported in personal development and 75.5% can access the right learning and development opportunities when needed.' ''NHS Survey, 2024''

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The post holder is a vital part of the Orthodontic and Maxillofacial clinical technical team, responsible for manufacturing highly specialised complex work with a degree of individual responsibility, extending over a wide range of work activities that are complex and non-routine, supporting the Consultants and other clinical staff in the Head and Neck Directorate.They are expected to make a proactive contribution to the development of the expanding services provided by the Orthodontic and Maxillofacial Unit and expected to use initiative and original thought for the design and development of protype appliances/devices.They will also be expected to advise/instruct clinicians of all grades, nursing staff and students in the aspects of Dental Technology when required and have additional skills in Clinical Photography and Information Technology for treatment planning and clinical audit.The postholder must ensure technical and clinical practices and protocol pathways are
adhered to and modified accordingly.

Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.

As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.

We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.

Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.

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