Simulation and Dental Laboratory Operations Coordinator

University of the Pacific; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 31,243 - 41,383; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Sacramento seeks a Simulation and Dental Laboratory Operations Coordinator. The role involves supporting preclinical courses, maintaining quality assurance of clinical cases, and providing instructional material for students. Candidates must have a high school diploma, an accredited dental laboratory program, and at least five years of experience as a Dental Technician, along with teaching experience. This position offers a competitive hiring range and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum five years experience as Dental Technician.
• Minimum one year teaching laboratory dental technology.

Responsibilities

• Support preclinical courses through participation in laboratory exercises.
• Establish quality assurance for clinical cases.
• Maintain quality control records and provide reports.

Skills

Oral anatomy knowledge

Effective communication

Culturally responsive practices

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field

Graduate of two-year dental laboratory technology program

Job description

Simulation and Dental Laboratory Operations Coordinator

Under the general supervision of the Pacific Health Care Collaborative (PHCC) director, performs duties related to the instruction of predoctoral students.

Essential Functions

• Support preclinical courses in the Department of Clinical Oral Healthcare through active participation in laboratory exercises; provide instructional material (lectures) to students on laboratory procedures and management.
• Produce and maintain training aids; coordinate the fabrication of stone cast for the preclinical courses.
• Provide logistic support in preclinical classes.
• Establish and maintain quality assurance of all clinical cases entering and leaving the professional services laboratory; coordinate laboratory quality control according to established departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintain material safety data sheet/binder; update the Environmental Health & Safety Specialist as needed.
• Aid students in troubleshooting clinical cases.
• Maintain accurate quality control records and provide an annual report.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean, Clinical Affairs, Assistant Director and Director of the PHCC.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited two-year dental laboratory technology program.
• Minimum five (5) years experience as Dental Technician.
• Minimum one (1) year teaching laboratory dental technology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of: Basic oral anatomy.
• Ability to:
  • Construct and explain prosthesis, specifically fixed, removable, and implant prosthesis.
  • Monitor student’s clinical design and quality control of clinical cases for adherence to departmental criteria.
  • Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and vendors.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
  • Supplemental courses in teaching and fixed prosthodontics and related fields desirable.
  • Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
  • Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
  • Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requires alternate sitting and standing throughout the working day. Occasional lifting of objects up to thirty-five (35) pounds.
Work is performed during standard business hours.
Valid driver’s license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University’s fleet rules and be eligible to drive for university business. The University and its insurance carrier reserve the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.

Hiring Range

Hiring Range $22.68 - 30.04 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

University of the Pacific is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity across backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints. Pacific does not unlawfully discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability, or other legally protected characteristics or combination of such characteristics. While we strive to attract a broad and representative pool of candidates, all hiring decisions are made based on merit, selecting the most qualified individual for each position.