Dental Technician

NHS; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled dental technician to join a newly opened dental school in Bristol. This role involves constructing a range of dental appliances and supporting dental students in their learning journey. With a focus on innovative techniques such as CAD design and 3D printing, you will play a crucial part in shaping the future of dental education. If you are passionate about dental technology and eager to work in a state-of-the-art facility, this position offers an exciting opportunity to advance your career while contributing to the next generation of dental professionals.

Qualifications

• GDC-recognized qualification in Dental Technology required.
• Experience with Dental CAD/CAM and 3D printing technologies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Constructing customized dental restorations using classic and modern methods.
• Supporting teaching in the new dental school and collaborating with dental undergraduates.

Skills

Dental CAD/CAM

3D Printing

IT Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Procedures Implementation

Communication Skills

Education

FdSc in Dental Technology

BSc (Hons) in Dental Technology

BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Dental Technology

Tools

Specialist Software

Job description

Working within a team of dental technicians, the post holder will be able to carry out the construction of a range of fixed and removable dental, oro-facial, and intra-oral custom-made appliances for patients primarily under treatment by dental undergraduates, although there may be some opportunities for postgraduate student patients.

To consult and advise students and supervisors on technical issues during patient visits, and to adjust and re-finish any restoration prior to fitting to the patient, where necessary, using established dental technology techniques.

To assist the laboratory administrative team with the booking and management of technical work from the dental laboratories and answering queries from dental undergraduates.

Main duties of the job

The University will be opening a brand new, dedicated dental school in central Bristol, in September 2023. Working in the bespoke new dental laboratory facility, you will be working to deliver the technical service to the school. Constructing customised restorations using both classic and modern methods, as well as overseeing work that will need to be completed off-site.

The Dental Production Laboratory collaborates with the University Dental School Prosthetics Teaching Laboratory, where technical instruction is provided to dental undergraduate dentists. An integral part of this role is to support the delivery of this teaching where needed.

As a new dental laboratory, emphasis is placed on delivering dental technology with the latest materials and techniques, including CAD design, 3D printing, and CAM using milling machines.

Please see the attached job description for a breakdown of the main duties of this post.

About us

Bristol Dental School is responsible for research and the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes in Dentistry. Teaching takes place between the University precinct, the University of Bristol Dental Hospital (UBDH), and the School. From 2023, the majority of primary care dental undergraduate placements will occur in a new state-of-the-art clinical facility in Bristol. This represents a significant departure from traditional dental training models and is supported by unprecedented investment from the University of Bristol. The new model enhances clinical education and allows dental undergraduates to interact with specialist services at UBDH at appropriate stages. We aim to develop and expand our postgraduate portfolio and to facilitate research opportunities in population oral health, health services research, microbiology, and materials.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for further details, including a breakdown of the role responsibilities and person specifications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Relevant, GDC-recognised, registerable qualification in Dental Technology, e.g., FdSc (Dental Technology), BSc (Hons) Dental Technology, or BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Dental Technology.
• Appropriate professional registration (or pending registration if newly graduated) with the General Dental Council.
• Relevant qualification or experience with Dental CAD/CAM and 3D printing technologies.

Experience

• Knowledge and experience in the dental technology sector.
• Excellent IT skills, including relevant specialist software.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple ongoing tasks and work under pressure.
• Ability to devise, review, and implement recognized technical procedures.
• Ability to work independently towards predefined goals.
• An innovative approach to work.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Polite and courteous when dealing with others.
• Effective communication skills with a wide range of internal and external contacts.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to convey complex technical information clearly to service users.
• Good influencing skills.
• Commitment to customer care and providing quality service.
• Ownership of continuous professional development.
• Use of initiative in service delivery.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to ensure suitability for the role.