POSITION TYPE: Dental Lab
SPECIALTY UNIT: CERAMIST
LOCATION: 20 minutes from Dallas, TX
SHIFT: Days
JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent
General Description:
Responsible for building, contouring, and stain/glazing of esthetic anterior and posterior restorations including layered porcelain, monolithic zirconia, and lithium disilicate in a productive environment.
Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:
· Read and review all paperwork on each case for correct information including prescriptions and specifications received from dentist. Clarify questions with supervisor.
· Confirm that all items needed are present and in suitable condition
· Choose the correct porcelain
· Build/Contour to correct anatomical contour, blend, and occlusion
· Fire at the correct temperature
· Add on when necessary
· Steam clean required items
· Place units back onto dies, back onto models
· Return items to the proper pan
· Complete cases according to work ticket schedule, notify supervisor of late cases
· Scan and initial cases as required
· Follow all safety rules and regulations as well as standard operating procedures
· Perform tasks at one primary workstation
· Manipulate small items and hand tools
· Operate a sandblasting unit as well as a steam cleaner
· Custom Shading
· Perform/Document routine scheduled Preventative Maintenance of equipment
· Participate in Company sponsored training and meetings as required
· Support and incorporate our Mission, Vision, and Core Values
· Clean work area daily
· Perform other duties as required and assigned
Skills and Abilities Required:
· Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
· Stay organized and manage work based on work tickets, Dr. preferences, and due dates
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, ever-changing work environment
· Ability to meet assigned production levels, quality standards, and timelines
· Excellent hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and depth perception
· Ability to pay close attention to details
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
· CDT preferred but not required
· Minimum of 5 years of experience