Dental Laboratory Technician (Part-Time)

Charles B. Wang Community Health Center • Part-time • Teterboro, New York State, United States • $30 - $35 / hour • 3m ago

Dental Laboratory Technician (Part-Time)
Reports to: Chief of Dentistry, Queens

131-72 40th Road
Queens, New York, 11354
United States

Responsibilities:

Fabrication of Dental Appliances:
Create ceramic crowns and bridges, dentures (full), and other restorations utilizing ITero and Trios scanning along with a milling machine and 3D printing
Fabricate appliances for bruxism such as mouth guards
Work with Dental Impressions and Models:
Read prescriptions and specifications from dentists
Examine models and impressions to assist with the design of dental products
Create accurate models of patients' mouths and teeth from the dentist's impressions or scans
Use Lab Equipment and Techniques:
Melt metals or mix plaster, porcelain, or acrylic pastes
Pour materials into molds or over frameworks to form dental prostheses or apparatuses
Polish and shape appliances using hand tools or power tools
Use CAD/CAM technology for designing and manufacturing dental appliances
Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with dentists and other dental lab technicians
Communicate with dentists to plan, design, and fabricate dental prostheses
Quality Control and Maintenance:
Test appliances for accuracy and fit on supplied impressions, scans and models
Inspect final products for quality and accuracy
Ensure a clean and safe work environment, following strict infection control and safety protocols
Available to work a minimum of three (3) days per week
Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent; Associate degree preferred
Certificate or associate's degree from an accredited dental laboratory technology program
Manual dexterity and precision
Attention to details
Solid understanding of dental materials, techniques, and procedures
Ability to work well with dentists and auxiliary staff

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary: $30.00 - 35.00 per hour
Medical insurance
403(b) retirement savings plan
Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care
Paid time off
Employee Discount Programs
The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Expected hours: No less than 21 per week

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