What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Lab Technician (Implants) position at National Dentex?
Join National Dentex - a leading healthcare organization specializing in the dental industry! We offer a full spectrum of specialized products, services, and technologies to address any dental restoration need. Currently, we have several labs throughout the country. We are seeking to fill a number of key positions within our organization including this opportunity at NDX Green in Heber Springs, AR, for a Dental Laboratory Technician.
The regular hours for this position are from 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and subject to change from time to time.
This is a full-time position featuring employee benefits including: health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid holiday, vacation, and sick time; 401K with company contribution; and tuition reimbursement!
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:
- Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist
- Enter patient information and scan stone models to create a 3D virtual model
- Design dental frameworks/restorations that provide the patient with the proper function and aesthetics
- Place dental parts into CAM software to generate code for CNC machines
- Operate CNC machinery to fabricate dental restorations
- Cutout, spru, base dental restorations
- It is the dental technician’s job to insure all steps are followed, in order, to insure consistent, accurate results
- Read and review all paperwork on each case for correct information
- Maintain machines weekly and make software updates as they become available
- Keep cases organized so that everyone on the milling projects can work as a team
- All other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities Required:
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
- Must have basic computer skills
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
- Preferred: High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Ability to work towards and meet production goals
Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:
- Small hand tools
- Milling machinery
Physical Requirements:
- Standing for long periods at a time
Education
Preferred- High School or Equivalent or better
Behaviors
Required- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
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