Orthodontic Technologist
Department Orthodontic & OMFS Department
Band 6 £39,959 - £48,117 per annum
Fixed term until 30 June 2027
Hours: 37.5 per week

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 it 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.

Main duties of the job
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 prototype 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.

About us
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.

Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential

• First Degree in Dental Sciences (or equivalent)
• Experience in Orthodontic Technology
• Knowledge of Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (M.H.R.A), Control of Substances Hazard to Health (C.O.S.H.H) Health and Safety legislation in addition to other policies governing profession
• General Dental Council (GDC) State registered

Desirable

• Calibrated in Peer Assessment Review (PAR)
• Photographic Certificate
• Awareness of NHS and Trust systems, policies, procedures and current changes

Experience
Essential

• Dental and Orthodontic Production environment, commercial or hospital based

Desirable

• NHS experience
• Clinical Photography
• Ability to participate in departmental audits

Skills
Essential

• High level of dexterity, with attention to detail
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Proven time management skills
• Ability to remain flexible when organizing and prioritizing own clinical workload
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain accurate, comprehensive and up to date documentation, in line with legal and Trust standards
• Ability to problem solve and to demonstrate reasoning based on experience and knowledge
• Effective team member
• Able to maintain prolonged periods of concentration

Personal and people development
Essential

• To show willingness and ability to learn and develop new skills in line with departmental requirements
• To be able to work under pressure
• Evidence of CPD in line with GDC requirements
• Polite and courteous
• To show initiative

Communication
Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Competent in the use of IT

Desirable

• Presentation skills

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 to check for any previous criminal convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role.