Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented candidate to train as a Dental Technician-Model Technician to join our team. This entry-level position offers comprehensive training for individuals interested in developing a career in dental fabrication and laboratory work. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong interest in dental sciences, possess excellent manual dexterity, and have a keen eye for precision. As a Dental Technician / Model Technician, you will support the creation of dental prosthetics, models, and appliances under the supervision of experienced professionals, contributing to high-quality patient care and laboratory excellence.
Job Details
- Work Schedule: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
- Wage: $19.00 per hour to train. Wage negotiable with related prior experience.
Responsibilities
- Read handwritten doctor prescriptions.
- By hand, mix specified amounts of various types of stone material with water to form compounds used for dental model preparation.
- Pour liquified stone material into preformed dental impressions.
- Grind, drill, pin, and cut working models using hand tools and small, electric equipment.
- Set models into occlusion and attach models to an articulation device.
Qualifications
- Proficient with reading handwritten English.
- High school diploma or equivalent minimum.
- Strong manual dexterity and attention to detail essential for precise model fabrication and appliance creation.
- Experience working with hand tools such as a dremel, drill, saw, grinders, or similar equipment preferred.
- Able to grasp and hold objects ranging in size from a small pin to a standard-sized baseball. Able to move hands, fingers, and wrists in a free repetitive motion required to mix materials and accomplish other assigned tasks.
- Able to work with and around stone materials, chemicals (glue, separator, etc.), acrylic and water without allergic or other adverse physical reaction.
- Able to work overtime as necessary.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States and be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Additional Information
- Arrowhead offers an excellent benefit package with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a matching health savings account (HSA), a matching 401k retirement plan, paid leave, etc. We are conveniently located off the 114th South I-15 freeway exit in the Sandy/Draper area. Please see more information on our company at www.arrowheaddental.com.
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person