Dental Model Technician – Fixed Prosthetics

Paylocity; Waunakee, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

D&S Dental Laboratory in Waunakee, WI is seeking a detail-oriented Dental Technician - Fixed Model Room to craft and prepare dental models from impressions for fixed prosthetics. You’ll pour, trim, and articulate models that form the foundation of every fixed case we fabricate.

Responsibilities include interpreting prescriptions, precise model creation, and collaboration with QC to ensure high-quality results in a fast-paced lab environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills.
• Experience with tasks requiring manual dexterity and precision handling of small tools and materials.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, including written communication.
• Ability to work well with colleagues, managers, and other departments.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret the prescription included with each case and preparing models to match doctors’ written orders and specifications.
• Pouring, trimming, sectioning, and articulating stone models from patient impressions with accuracy and consistency.
• Fabricating models of the mouth and teeth based on impressions taken by dental professionals.
• Following the daily case schedule and production goals to keep cases moving on time.
• Operating hand tools and lab equipment, including electric drills, lathes, presses, high-heat furnaces, sandblasters, grinders, and carvers.
• Collaborating with quality control specialists to uphold product standards and identify cases that need extra attention.
• Using supplies and equipment efficiently while keeping work areas and materials ready to go.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Fine motor skills

Time management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

D&S Dental Laboratory in Waunakee, WI is seeking a detail-oriented Dental Technician - Fixed Model Room to craft and prepare dental models from impressions for fixed prosthetics. You’ll pour, trim, and articulate models that form the foundation of every fixed case we fabricate.

Responsibilities include interpreting prescriptions, precise model creation, and collaboration with QC to ensure high-quality results in a fast-paced lab environment.