Augusta University
Dental Laboratory Technician Supervisor
Augusta University, Augusta, Georgia, United States, 30910
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Dental Laboratory Technician Supervisor
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Augusta University . Job Summary
Supervise all aspects of dental laboratory activities. Responsible for overall organization, employee utilization, and general operation of the dental laboratory. Ensure that employees comply with AU policies and regulations. Evaluate employees and provide advice, counsel, and disciplinary action as required. Perform annual performance appraisals for employees in coordination with department managers. Fabricate all types of precision fixed dental prosthetic restorations for students, residents, and faculty members at the Dental College of Georgia. Responsibilities SUPERVISION: Supervise all aspects of dental laboratory activities. Responsible for overall organization, employee utilization, and general operation of the lab. Ensure that employees comply with AU policies and regulations. EVALUATE AND ADVISE: Evaluate employees and provide advice, counsel, and disciplinary action as required. Perform annual MCG performance appraisals in coordination with the department chairman. QUALITY CONTROL AND COMPLIANCE: Monitor quality control of all aspects of lab activities and products. Ensure prostheses are fabricated to the highest quality in compliance with work authorization. Employ the Lab Manager program to monitor progress and employee effort. MICROSCOPIC TECHNOLOGY: Use microscopic technology to ensure the highest level of margin integrity, design and fabricate metal and porcelain fused to metal single and multi-unit dental prostheses as prescribed by work authorization, including waxing, investing, casting, porcelain application, finishing, and polishing. ALL-CERAMIC PROSTHESES: Use microscopic technology to design and fabricate all-ceramic single and multi-unit dental prostheses as prescribed by work authorization, including CAD/CAM scanning, designing, milling, finishing, and polishing. OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized state or federal accrediting organization or Dental Laboratory Technician certification with 1015 years of experience of high-quality laboratory operations and/or service training; above-average technical ability and a high level of productivity are essential; working knowledge of fixed laboratory equipment and materials; ability to operate and perform preventive maintenance of dental equipment and machinery used for the manufacture/fabrication of dental appliances; knowledge of dental anatomy, tooth morphology, and anatomical structure; excellent eye-hand coordination; ability to comply with OSHA & HIPAA standards.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Dental Technician (CDT) certification; exceptional technical and artistic abilities; exceptionally high level of productivity.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge:
Comprehensive knowledge of legacy and digital dental laboratory technology. Skills:
Excellent psychomotor, mechanical, and computer abilities and skills. Abilities:
Maintain confidentiality; perform primary procedures in the fabrication and repair of fixed dental prostheses; design and fabricate porcelain fused to metal and all-ceramic crowns and fixed partial dentures; perform quality control procedures; inspect all completed work for conformity to the dentist's prescription, quality of workmanship, and artistic appearance; establish work priorities, organize work schedules, assign duties, and instruct subordinates in work techniques and procedures; determine personnel requirements, prepare and conduct training programs; supervise operational maintenance programs of laboratory equipment.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required) Pay Band: B12 Salary: Minimum $62,300 annually Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) Recruitment Period: Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. Also, full-time employees who have been employed with us for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on duties: a credit check may be completed for Positions of Trust and/or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that require driving an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates must provide proof of completed academic degree(s) and post-secondary coursework via original transcript(s). Those trained by a foreign institution will need an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply
Consider applying with us today! https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Dental Laboratory Technician Supervisor
role at
Augusta University . Job Summary
Supervise all aspects of dental laboratory activities. Responsible for overall organization, employee utilization, and general operation of the dental laboratory. Ensure that employees comply with AU policies and regulations. Evaluate employees and provide advice, counsel, and disciplinary action as required. Perform annual performance appraisals for employees in coordination with department managers. Fabricate all types of precision fixed dental prosthetic restorations for students, residents, and faculty members at the Dental College of Georgia. Responsibilities SUPERVISION: Supervise all aspects of dental laboratory activities. Responsible for overall organization, employee utilization, and general operation of the lab. Ensure that employees comply with AU policies and regulations. EVALUATE AND ADVISE: Evaluate employees and provide advice, counsel, and disciplinary action as required. Perform annual MCG performance appraisals in coordination with the department chairman. QUALITY CONTROL AND COMPLIANCE: Monitor quality control of all aspects of lab activities and products. Ensure prostheses are fabricated to the highest quality in compliance with work authorization. Employ the Lab Manager program to monitor progress and employee effort. MICROSCOPIC TECHNOLOGY: Use microscopic technology to ensure the highest level of margin integrity, design and fabricate metal and porcelain fused to metal single and multi-unit dental prostheses as prescribed by work authorization, including waxing, investing, casting, porcelain application, finishing, and polishing. ALL-CERAMIC PROSTHESES: Use microscopic technology to design and fabricate all-ceramic single and multi-unit dental prostheses as prescribed by work authorization, including CAD/CAM scanning, designing, milling, finishing, and polishing. OTHER DUTIES: Perform all other job-related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent from a recognized state or federal accrediting organization or Dental Laboratory Technician certification with 1015 years of experience of high-quality laboratory operations and/or service training; above-average technical ability and a high level of productivity are essential; working knowledge of fixed laboratory equipment and materials; ability to operate and perform preventive maintenance of dental equipment and machinery used for the manufacture/fabrication of dental appliances; knowledge of dental anatomy, tooth morphology, and anatomical structure; excellent eye-hand coordination; ability to comply with OSHA & HIPAA standards.
Preferred Qualifications
Certified Dental Technician (CDT) certification; exceptional technical and artistic abilities; exceptionally high level of productivity.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge:
Comprehensive knowledge of legacy and digital dental laboratory technology. Skills:
Excellent psychomotor, mechanical, and computer abilities and skills. Abilities:
Maintain confidentiality; perform primary procedures in the fabrication and repair of fixed dental prostheses; design and fabricate porcelain fused to metal and all-ceramic crowns and fixed partial dentures; perform quality control procedures; inspect all completed work for conformity to the dentist's prescription, quality of workmanship, and artistic appearance; establish work priorities, organize work schedules, assign duties, and instruct subordinates in work techniques and procedures; determine personnel requirements, prepare and conduct training programs; supervise operational maintenance programs of laboratory equipment.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days/M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required) Pay Band: B12 Salary: Minimum $62,300 annually Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum midpoint) Recruitment Period: Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits may include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. Also, full-time employees who have been employed with us for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on duties: a credit check may be completed for Positions of Trust and/or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that require driving an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates must provide proof of completed academic degree(s) and post-secondary coursework via original transcript(s). Those trained by a foreign institution will need an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success. Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply
Consider applying with us today! https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/ Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365 #J-18808-Ljbffr