Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead In-House Dental Lab Technician specializing in CAD/CAM technology and ceramics. In this dynamic role, you will oversee the fabrication and customization of dental restorations, ensuring precision, quality, and efficiency. Your leadership will drive the success of our in-house laboratory operations, collaborating closely with dental professionals to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead a talented team while utilizing advanced digital dentistry techniques to shape the future of restorative care.
Duties:
- Lead the design, fabrication, and finishing of dental restorations using CAD (Computer-Aided Design) and CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) systems, ensuring accuracy and aesthetic excellence
- Supervise and mentor laboratory technicians in ceramic layering, shading, and glazing techniques to produce natural-looking crowns, bridges, veneers, and implants
- Oversee the integration of digital impressions and medical imaging data into restorative workflows for seamless production
- Maintain strict infection control protocols and aseptic techniques within the laboratory environment to ensure patient safety
- Collaborate with dentists to review treatment plans, provide technical guidance on complex cases, and ensure restorations meet clinical specifications
- Manage inventory of materials such as ceramics, resins, and other lab supplies while adhering to quality standards
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintain detailed medical documentation and records for all cases processed in the lab
Qualifications:
- Extensive laboratory experience in dental fabrication with a strong background in ceramics and digital dentistry technologies
- Proficiency in CAD/CAM systems and related software applications used for designing dental restorations
- Knowledge of dental anatomy, terminology, and medical imaging techniques essential for accurate case planning
- Familiarity with infection control standards, aseptic techniques, and sterilization procedures within a clinical lab setting
- Strong leadership skills with experience supervising or mentoring a team of dental technicians
- Ability to interpret medical records, medical coding, vital signs, and patient assessment data as needed for case accuracy
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with dental professionals and staff
- Certification or training in dental assisting or related fields is preferred but not mandatory; however, familiarity with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Epic is advantageous
Join us as a Lead In-House Dental Lab Technician to elevate restorative dentistry through innovation, precision, and leadership. Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care while advancing your expertise in digital dentistry!
Pay: $31.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
