What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Lab Technician position at Workforce Solutions for Tarrant County?
Dental Lab Technician
About the Dental Lab Technician Position
We are looking for a dental lab technician who will make the dentist’s office more efficient and pleasant for patients. You’ll ensure excellent customer service and lift administrative and basic dental tasks off the dentist’s shoulders.
Dental lab technicians should be well-organized with close attention to detail. You should be able to follow instructions and respect dental office regulations. We want you to be skilled in providing direct or indirect patient care and able to make office procedures as smooth as possible.
Dental Lab Technician Responsibilities
- Welcome customers in the dental office
- Prepare clients for treatments or checkups ensuring their comfort
- Select and set up instruments, equipment and material needed
- Sterilize instruments according to regulations
- Undertake lab tasks as instructed
- Provide oral hygiene and post-operative care instructions
- Keep the dental room clean and well-stocked
- Maintain accurate patient records and assist with payment procedures
Dental Lab Technician Requirements
- Willingness to learn dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Must follow health & safety regulations
- Ability to perform regulated non-surgical tasks like prepare the appropriate setup and operation of various laboratory tools
- Good computer skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Attention to detail
- Well-organized and reliable
