Dental Lab Technician

The University of Pittsburgh • Full-time • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States • $40.07k - $56.30k / year • 4w ago

Dental Lab Technician

Dent Med-Restorative Dentistry/Comprehensive Care - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25002087)

The dental laboratory technician is responsible for teaching and demonstrating laboratory techniques to the predoctoral students in the CAD/CAM Clinic and lab. The lab tech maintains equipment, supplies and cleanliness in the lab. The lab tech is responsible for making sure all necessary materials are available for patient care and that all cases are adequately prepared and approved by supervising faculty. The lab tech works directly with the students in using CAD/CAM technology to take impressions, 3D designs, determine appropriate materials and mill the restoration. The dental tech will assist faculty in digital dentistry courses, competency exams, and patient cases. Ability to demonstrate all steps of producing ceramic restorations using CAD/CAM technology. Benefits include: *11 Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days * Additional Paid Time Off (Winter Recess) during the period between Christmas and the New Year * Paid Parental Leave * Education benefits for eligible employees, their dependents and spouse/domestic partner * Above-average Employer Contribution towards Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, Life,
STD, and LTD Insurance plans * A robust retirement savings plan option. Including 100% match on employee contributions of 3-8% (150% after vesting) and enhanced match for those nearing retirement.

Job Summary

Fabricates dentures, dental restorations, and dental framework using digital scanning technology. Works with digital files, 3D printed models, and dental design software. Maintains equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions

Physical Effort

Walking, standing, staining. Must be able to stand for extended periods of times. Must have manual dexterity. Must be able to occasionally lift heavy items.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Dental Digital Lab Technician

Job Family

Health Professionals

Job Sub-Family

Clinical Dental

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Graduate of Dental Technology Program

Minimum Years of Experience Required

No experience required

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Required Licensure/Certification

Current PA dental radiology certificate

Work Schedule

8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

Visa Sponsorship Provided

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter