What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Laboratory Model Technician position at Zahntechnique?
Zahntechnique is a dedicated team of dental artists who are passionate about crafting smiles – one patient at a time. We are searching for a motivated and creative individual to join our team as a dental technician who will be responsible for creating both gypsum and 3D printed models to aid in the fabrication of custom dental restorations. This position will require the individual to have 2 years of work experience in a licensed dental laboratory.
This opportunity will include the following critical tasks and responsibilities:
- Read and understand the doctor’s prescription to understand the processes needed to fulfill the requirements of the prescription.
- Evaluate records (i.e., conventional impressions, models and intra orals scans) to check for distortions, pulls or any other discrepancies that may inhibit the ability to fabricate an accurate model.
- Pour, groom and articulate models.
- Cut and trim dies.
- Scan dental models using a desktop dental scanner.
- Design 3D models using CAD software.
- Nest, print and post-process 3D prints.
The Required Competencies and Qualifications for this opportunity:
- Proficient in English - reading and writing
- Full understanding of dental terminology and dental morphology
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed dental laboratory
- Competent in fabricating crown and bridge, implants, and removable models
- Competent in mounting dental models
- Competent in sectioning and trimming dies on models
- Proficiency using Microsoft Windows
- Standing for 8-10 hours a day
- Lifting 25lbs.
The Desired Competencies and Qualifications for this opportunity:
- Proficiency fabricating models using the Amann Girrbach Giroform System
- CAD/CAM experience
- 3D printing and processing
- Ability to identify implant systems by evaluating the impression