Ceramist - Augusta, GA - Dental Team Finder

Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Fixed dental technicians are responsible for the creation of quality fixed prosthetic dental products. This position will perform a variety of fixed work including opaquing, building, contouring and staining/glazing.. The dental technician will review and follow prescriptions and strive to meet daily production requirements.

Essential Job Functions:

Fabricate fixed prosthodontic restorations including Full Zirconia, PFM, PFZ and Full Arch Restorations

Meet or exceed production numbers and department goals

Read prescription forms or specifications to determine the design of the restoration to be fabricated

Fabrication processes vary based on the appliance, but may include the following

oSandblast/prep

oOpaque

oBuild

oContour

oStain/Glaze

oQuality Control

Safely and correctly operate/maintain all equipment & hand pieces

Maintain department supply inventory

Follow procedures and protocols

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 years experience
• Knowledge of dental anatomy and terminology
• Hand/eye coordination
• Ability to work using magnification
• Attention to detail
• Able to plan and prioritize workflow, complete tasks on time
• Trouble shooting and problem solving
• Ability to learn and implement new procedures
• Work with minimal supervision
• High school diploma or equivalent, CDT appreciated
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.