What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Lab Technician position at The University of Pittsburgh?
Dental Lab Technician
Dent Med-Restorative Dentistry/Comprehensive Care - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (23004292)
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 design, 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.
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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 Monday-Friday, 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 No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
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
Essential Functions 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 design, 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.
Physical Effort Walking, standing, staining. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time. Must have manual dexterity. Must be able to occasionally lift heavy items.
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