Job Description

Job Location: G4- Dental Ent Texas - Dallas, TX 75243Job

Summary:  Dental Lab Technician
The Dental Lab Technician works in the dental lab in the process of fabricating dental prosthetics as ordered by the provider.  This position is for a progressive dental lab with a high volume of implant retained dentures.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Creates accurate models or prosthetics as ordered by the provider from the digital scan or dental impressions provided.
- Fabricates implant retained prosthetics, removable dentures, partials, crowns, bridges, occlusal guards, etc. as ordered by the provider.
- Correct irregularities, when possible, to achieve the proper outcome.
- Participates in try in and shade match with provider and patient as needed.
- Complete assigned tasks by the due date ordered by the provider.
- Keep the lab stocked with necessary supplies.
- Clean and disinfect all dental impressions, equipment, and working surfaces to the required standards.
- Keep the lab areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy, and sterile as appropriate according to health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturers’ instructions
- Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order.
- Be familiar and comply with all OSHA Health and Safety rules and guidance infection control and ensure safe disposal of sharps and clinical waste.
- Complete laboratory forms and/or perform other applicable lab duties as assigned.
- Deliver or ship cases as needed.
- Assist other members of the team as needed.
- Other tasks as assigned during production downtime.
Required Skills and Abilities
- A good understanding of digital lab techniques, dental materials, and equipment required
- Excellent manual dexterity
- Strong attention to detail
- Professional and punctual
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Basic computer skills required and proficiency in MS products a plus
Education and Experience
- Highschool diploma required.
- Dental Lab Tech Certification per State Guidelines required or prior equivalent experience
- Additional clinical certifications and/or expanded functions preferred
- 3 years of prior lab experience required.
- Fluent in English required and Spanish as second language is a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer or other desktop equipment.
- Ability to move within the lab as needed for fabrication, cleaning, and meetings.
- Ability to lift to 0-25 pounds if necessary.
Company Benefits
Comprehensive benefit package including competitive wages, health insurance, 401K, PTO accrual, and paid holidays.