Dental Lab Manager Technician

Affordable Care, LLC; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Affordable Care, LLC is seeking a Lab Manager to lead on-site technical training and the development of all laboratory technicians at the practice. The Manager will implement new products and technologies and report to the Chief Clinical Officer as well as the regional manager of laboratory excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a long track record in denture fabrication, strong leadership, and excellent communication, with the ability to cross-train staff and uphold OSHA protocols during

Qualifications

• Ten years hands-on technical experience with at least two years in a supervisory/management role.
• Expert in all aspects of denture fabrication and related lab processes.
• Ability to train and cross-train lab staff across all lab functions.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site training and development of all laboratory technicians.
• Implement new products and technologies within the lab and practice.
• Coordinate with Chief Clinical Officer and regional laboratory leadership.
• Ensure OSHA protocol compliance and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Denture fabrication

Lab supervision

Leadership

Communication

OSHA compliance

Cross-training

Team collaboration

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Manager’s responsibilities will include both technical and supervisory duties. Responsible for the on-site technical training and development of all laboratory technicians at the practice as well as the implementation of new products and technologies. The Manager will be expected to communicate regularly with the regional manager of laboratory excellence and other relevant ACI management and take an active role within the ACI Laboratory Network. While work methods follow established procedures and practices, candidates are expected to consult with the Chief Clinical Officer and team using a high degree of judgment on a patient-by-patient basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Expert in all aspects of denture fabrication, including, but not limited to, setting teeth, denture wax-up, including festooning and carving of teeth, rough and fine finishing and repairs, pouring and trimming denture models


• A strong work ethic, proven leadership ability, positive attitude, and excellent communication skills


• Expected to understand OSHA protocol


• Willingness to cross-train lab team members in all areas of the lab


• Other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong interpersonal, leadership, management, and relationship-building skills


• Superior written and verbal communication skills


• Familiarity with dental office procedures and terminology preferred


• Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new programs


• Competitive spirit with an entrepreneurial mindset to exceed goals


• Availability to work full time, Monday through Friday, during the business hours of the lab and practice


• Significant employment experience fabricating dentures from start to finish.


• Denture and implant experience preferred, but implant experience is not a requirement.


• Same-day denture experience is a bonus, but not required.

• A minimum of ten years of hands-on technical experience with at least two years serving in a technical supervision or management capacity.

• Proficient in full-arch hybrid restorations, complete dentures, overdentures and implant based restorative techniques and have strong knowledge of dental science and anatomy and esthetics.

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