Orthodontic Technologist
Closing date: 03 July 2026
Department: Orthodontic & OMFS Department
Fixed term until 30 June 2027
Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working
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 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.
Interview date: 12 August 2026
Please note that we are not able to offer sponsorship for this role
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.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
- First Degree in Dental Sciences (or equivalent)
- Experience in Orthodontic Technology
- Knowledge of Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), Control of Substances Hazard to Health (COSHH) Health and Safety legislation in addition to other policies governing profession
- Calibrated in Peer Assessment Review (PAR)
- Photographic Certificate
- Awareness of NHS and Trust systems, policies, procedures and current changes
Experience
- Dental and Orthodontic production environment, commercial or hospital based
- NHS experience
- Clinical Photography
- Ability to participate in departmental audits
Skills
- High level of dexterity, with attention to detail
- Self‑motivated with a positive attitude
- Ability to remain flexible when organising and prioritising 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
- 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
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Competent in the use of IT
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.
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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