Dental Lab Technician

Sky Pediatric Dentistry; Kennewick (WA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing & 403(b)

Generous PTO & holidays

Job summary

PNWU Kennewick Dental School in Kennewick, WA is seeking a Dental Lab Technician to design and fabricate dental restorations using CAD/CAM software and digital workflows under dentist prescriptions.

You will operate and maintain milling machines, scanners, 3D printers, furnaces, and related laboratory equipment to produce crowns, bridges, implants restorations, dentures and other prosthetics, while ensuring accuracy and quality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a dental laboratory or as a Dental Assistant
• Knowledge of digital dentistry systems and restorative workflows
• Experience with intraoral scanners, CAD/CAM software, and milling equipment
• Spanish-speaking skills preferred (level 10)

Responsibilities

• Design dental restorations using CAD/CAM software per dentist prescriptions
• Operate and maintain milling machines, scanners, 3D printers, furnaces and related lab equipment
• Fabricate crowns, bridges, implants, dentures, splints and other prosthetic appliances
• Import/export and manage digital dental files
• Collaborate with providers on restorative case planning and shade selection
• Perform finishing, staining, glazing, and quality control of restorations
• Troubleshoot digital workflow and milling issues
• Maintain inventory, equipment maintenance, and supply ordering

Skills

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Detail oriented

Time management

Education

Dental laboratory technology program

GED or high school diploma

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Dental milling equipment

Intraoral scanners

3D printers

Exocad

3Shape

CEREC

Job description

Join our team as a Dental Lab Technician at PNWU Kennewick Dental School in Kennewick, WA!

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

We invite you to explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families!

Position Highlights:

• 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
• $24.32-$29.79/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
• Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked
• 100% employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You'll Do:

• Design dental restorations using CAD/CAM software and digital workflows, adhering to the prescription requests from the dentists
• Operate and maintain dental milling machines, scanners, 3D printers, furnaces, and related laboratory equipment
• Fabricate crowns, bridges, implant restorations, dentures, splints, nightguards, and other prosthetic appliances
• Import, export, and manage digital dental files
• Review digital scans for accuracy, margin integrity, occlusion, and restorative fit
• Collaborate with providers and clinical staff regarding restorative case planning, shade selection, and design modifications
• Perform finishing, staining, glazing, polishing, and quality control procedures for final restorations
• Troubleshoot digital workflow issues, milling errors, scanner issues, and software-related concerns
• Maintain laboratory inventory, materials, equipment maintenance schedules, and supply ordering
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards, HIPAA requirements, and organizational policies
• Assist in optimizing digital dentistry workflows across multiple clinics as needed
• Provide training or support to clinic staff related to digital impressions and restorative workflows, when applicable
• Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a dental laboratory, or as a Dental Assistant
• Demonstrated experience using intraoral scanners, laboratory scanners, CAD/CAM software, and dental milling equipment
• Knowledge of dental anatomy, occlusion, restorative materials, and prosthetic design principles
• Ability to independently manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire
• Completion of a dental laboratory technology program or related technical training preferred
• Dental assisting experience or dental assistant certification preferred
• Experience in a Digital Dentistry Environment preferred
• Experience with implant restorations and full-arch digital workflows preferred
• Experience with 3D printing technologies and digital denture systems preferred
• Experience working with digital dental file formats including STL files and digital case workflows preferred
• Multi-site or high-volume clinic experience preferred
• Certified Dental Technician (CDT) Certification preferred
• Spanish-speaking skills are preferred at a level 10
• This position is eligible for Bilingual Differential Compensation when an ALTA score of 10 is achieved
• Strong proficiency with digital dentistry systems and CAD/CAM technology
• Ability to operate milling machines, scanners, and associated laboratory equipment safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality assurance
• Ability to interpret prescriptions, scans, and provider instructions accurately
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to troubleshoot technical and workflow issues independently
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions
• Knowledge of restorative and implant workflows in a clinical setting
• Familiarity with Exocad, 3Shape, CEREC, Medit, iTero, or similar systems
• Basic understanding of chairside dental assisting procedures
• Experience training or supporting clinical staff in digital workflows

Our Mission Statement

"Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being."

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization!