Dental Lab Technician

University of Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Dental Lab Technician to join their team in Pittsburgh. This role involves teaching and demonstrating laboratory techniques to predoctoral students while maintaining equipment and supplies in a state-of-the-art CAD/CAM clinic. As a vital part of the educational process, you will assist students in mastering digital dentistry, ensuring that all necessary materials are available for patient care. The position offers a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, providing excellent benefits, including paid time off and education benefits. If you're passionate about dental technology and education, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Sick and Personal Days

Education Benefits

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Additional Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Demonstrate laboratory techniques to predoctoral students.
• Maintain lab equipment and ensure availability of materials.

Responsibilities

• Teach and demonstrate techniques in the CAD/CAM Clinic.
• Fabricate dental restorations using digital technology.

Skills

CAD/CAM Technology

Dental Restoration Techniques

Digital Design Software

Teaching Skills

Education

Graduate of Dental Technology Program

Tools

3D Printing Technology

Digital Scanning Technology

Job description

On March 10, the University of Pittsburgh announced the implementation of a strategic hiring freeze. Currently, the University is only accepting applications for positions that are essential or operationally critical. Those positions are listed on our website.

Job Description - Dental Lab Technician (25002087)

Dental Lab Technician

The dental laboratory technician is responsible for teaching and demonstrating laboratory techniques to predoctoral students in the CAD/CAM Clinic and lab. The technician maintains equipment, supplies, and cleanliness in the lab. They ensure all necessary materials are available for patient care and that all cases are adequately prepared and approved by supervising faculty. The technician works directly with students in using CAD/CAM technology to take impressions, create 3D designs, determine appropriate materials, and mill restorations. They assist faculty in digital dentistry courses, competency exams, and patient cases. The technician must be able to demonstrate all steps of producing ceramic restorations using CAD/CAM technology.

Benefits include:

• 11 Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
• Additional Paid Time Off (Winter Recess) during the period between Christmas and the New Year
• Paid Parental Leave
• Education benefits for eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse/domestic partner
• Above-average Employer Contribution towards Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, Life, STD, and LTD Insurance plans
• A robust retirement savings plan option, including 100% match on employee contributions of 3-8% (150% after vesting) and an enhanced match for those nearing retirement

Job Summary

Fabricates dentures, dental restorations, and dental frameworks using digital scanning technology. Works with digital files, 3D printed models, and dental design software. Maintains equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions

The technician teaches and demonstrates laboratory techniques to predoctoral students, maintains lab equipment and supplies, ensures availability of materials for patient care, prepares and approves cases, and assists with digital dentistry courses and patient cases. Must demonstrate all steps of producing ceramic restorations using CAD/CAM technology.

Physical Effort

Walking, standing, staining. Must be able to stand for extended periods. Must have manual dexterity and the ability to occasionally lift heavy items.

Additional Information

The University is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, fostering an environment where individuals can discover, belong, contribute, and grow. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity and human dignity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Position Details

• Assignment Category: Full-time regular
• Job Classification: Staff.Dental Digital Lab Technician
• Job Family: Health Professionals
• Job Sub-Family: Clinical Dental
• Campus: Pittsburgh
• Minimum Education: Graduate of Dental Technology Program
• Experience: No experience required
• Substitution: Combination of education and relevant experience considered
• Licensure: Current PA dental radiology certificate
• Work Arrangement: On-Campus
• Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
• Relocation: Not offered
• Visa Sponsorship: Not provided
• Background Check: Required for finalists
• Child Protection Clearances: PA State Police, FBI, PA Child Abuse History Clearance required prior to employment

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, human dignity, and opportunity for all.