Lab Technician

Southern Orthodontic Partners; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dental practice in Sarasota, Florida, is seeking an Orthodontic Lab Technician to create molds and impressions for dental devices. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma, strong organizational skills, and effective communication abilities. The role offers a competitive benefits package and is a great opportunity to work in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Health/vision/dental insurance

401k plan with company match

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years recent experience in a dental environment preferred.
• Flexibility in schedule is required.

Responsibilities

• Create molds and impressions for dental devices.
• Operate and maintain lab equipment.
• Assist with logistics like receiving and shipping.

Skills

Effective communication

Reliability

Organizational skills

Collaborative teamwork

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Role: Orthodontic Lab Technician
Job Type: Non-exempt
Reports To: Doctor & Practice Manager
Pay Range: $20.00-$23.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Creates molds and impressions of patients’ teeth for the fabrication of retainers, aligners and custom dental devices
• Operates and maintains lab equipment
• Assists with receiving and shipping
• Treats patient as an honored guest and provides an unforgettable experience
• Assists lab technician with additional duties and responsibilities

Essential Job Skills

• Communicates effectively and respectfully to Doctor and team
• Ability to demonstrate reliability and responsiveness to patients and team
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with various stakeholder groups
• Works collaboratively with the entire team
• Shares and receives information, concerns and feedback in a supportive manner
• Ability to participate towards a common goal, reinforcing individual capabilities
• Practice shared accountability with other team members
• Ability to show empathy

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma or GED, Computer experience, Flexible Schedule

Preferred Requirements

• 1-2 years recent experience in dental environment

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, walking for much of the day
• Manual dexterity
• Lifting up to 30 pounds (may exceed this amount at times in emergency patient situations)
• Bending and reaching

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including PTO, health/vision/dental insurance, and company paid STD/LTD
• Robust 401k plan, including a company match up to 4%

Southern Orthodontic Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).