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Dental Laboratory Technician (Full-Time or Part-Time) - Queens

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

+ 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 :

+ Full-Time Salary: $55,000.00 - 65,000.00 per year

+ Medical insurance

+ Employer-paid dental, vision, disability and life insurance

+ 403(b) retirement savings plan

+ Flexible spending accounts for transit, parking, health and dependent care

+ Paid time off (28 days for the first year of employment)

+ Employee Assistance Program

+ Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees, and

+ The Health Center is qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program