What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Technician - Entry Level position at Dental Designs Inc?
Job Overview
Dental Designs Inc. is a cutting-edge, full-service dental laboratory seeking an Entry-Level Dental Technician to join our Omaha team.
Experience preferred but not required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, enjoys working with their hands, and is interested in learning a skilled trade. We provide comprehensive on-the-job training and opportunities to learn, grow, and advance within Dental Designs.
The Model Room is an important part of our production process. This position is responsible for preparing dental models and case materials that will be used throughout the laboratory. The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment, takes pride in accuracy and quality, and works well as part of a team.
Essential Job Functions
- Pour dental impressions and prepare models for production.
- Trim, duplicate, and articulate dental models.
- Prepare cases and materials for the appropriate production departments.
- Review work tickets and follow case instructions accurately.
- Prioritize assigned work to help cases move efficiently through production.
- Maintain an organized and clean work area.
- Monitor supplies and equipment used within the Model Room.
- Follow Dental Designs' quality and safety standards.
- Learn and apply laboratory techniques and procedures through hands-on training.
- Work as part of a team and adapt to changing production needs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications & Skills
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- No previous dental laboratory experience required, but is preferred
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
- Dependable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to work efficiently while maintaining accuracy and quality.
- Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
- Ability to perform basic math.
- Comfortable learning both traditional hands-on processes and digital technology.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Physical Requirements
The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use their hands, reach, talk, and hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The position requires close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Working Environment
This position works primarily indoors in a dental laboratory environment. Employees may regularly work near moving mechanical equipment. The work environment may be loud at times, and appropriate safety procedures and equipment must be followed.
Dental Designs Offers
- Competitive wages of $19–$24 per hour dependent on experience
- Monday–Friday work week
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement and continued learning
Pay: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $24