Reconstructive Scientist / Maxillofacial Prosthetist
| Posting date: | 06 August 2025 |
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| Salary: | £47,810.00 to £54,710.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £47810.00 - £54710.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 August 2025 |
| Location: | Prescot, L35 5DR |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9409-25-0656 |
Summary
KEY DUTIES To deliver a prosthetic service to Aintree University Hospitals NHS Trust. Provide surgical and osteotomy planning assistance using digital planning tools (e.g., Dolphin, Freeform, Mimics). Assist with rehabilitation via facial prosthetics. Create and fit splints and trauma devices as required. The role may evolve and encompass other duties. CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Instruct and train STPs and other medical/nursing staff in prosthetics technology. Assess and review patients in clinic and provide prostheses as necessary. Deliver 3D planning services and participate in surgical planning. Conduct complex intra-ocular impressions and fit osseointegrated implants. Work with MPTs to prioritize referrals and patient care needs. ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES Manage all administrative elements connected to the delivery of the prosthetic service. TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES Train and instruct STPs and other relevant staff. Actively participate in Medical and Surgical training programs. PROESSIONAL LEADERSHIP Support the delivery of prosthetic services across various disciplines. Ensure adherence to health and safety, MHRA/MDA compliance, and COSHH regulations. Represent the Trust by delivering scientific papers and presentations as needed. STAFF DEVELOPMENT Empower and support trainees, ensuring they maintain the required skills for safe patient care. DELIVERY OF EFFECTIVE HEALTH CARE Implement benchmarking strategies to monitor patient safety and quality indicators. Work in collaboration with Clinical Governance and IMPT codes. INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL Comply with the Health and Social Care Act 2008 in maintaining infection prevention practices. Attend relevant training on induction and updates.