Dental Laboratory Assistant- IL- College of Dental Medicine

Dental Laboratory Assistant - IL- College of Dental Medicine Job Category: Staff Requisition Number: DENTA004406 Posted: May 19, 2026 Full-Time Rate: $23.31 USD per hour Location Illinois Dental Clinic, Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA Overview The Dental Laboratory Assistant assists the Dental Laboratory Coordinator with duties at the College of Dental Medicine Dental Clinic. This position reports to the Dental Lab Coordinator. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Monitor all incoming and outgoing laboratory cases that require opening and closing small shipping boxes. Check all lab cases for quality assurance prior to going to the lab and returning to the student dentist. Record and organize laboratory charges. Record and organize data import into the electronic student management system (DDX linked to EPIC), which requires computer skills and keyboard input. Assist and assess students with lab prescriptions and lab equipment usage. Organize, stock, and maintain cleanliness in student laboratories, requiring the tech to lift and pour 25 lbs of lab material into bins. Move equipment for relocation or cleaning. Communicate and discuss cases with laboratories, faculty, and students. Maintain lab equipment requiring the ability to change filters, partially disassemble small equipment to clean, using small hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, etc. Train with our technology changes in the clinic as needed. Work closely with the other Dental Laboratory Assistants and the Dental Lab Coordinator. Other duties may be assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This individual must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner with regular, predictable, in-person attendance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Qualifications The individual must have the ability to become familiar with EPIC and DDX Dental Software Management Systems and the Cerec CAD/CAM system. Demanding precision, the assistant should enjoy detail work and work cooperatively with faculty, students, and staff. This position requires a significant amount of interaction with the public and many internal customers, and therefore, the individual must be able to develop a positive rapport effectively. The ability to maintain a professional demeanor, be meticulous, and promote a welcoming atmosphere is essential. The ability to collaborate well with a small team is a must for a team player. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED required. Must have 1-3 years of related experience working in a dental office or dental laboratory setting. Previous experience working with dentures, partials, mouth guards, and repairs is preferred. The ideal candidate will have experience in a commercial laboratory with the ability to demonstrate laboratory procedures to students. Experience working in a team and a customer service-oriented environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Computer Skills Computer proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to become familiar with the EPIC and DDX Clinic Management Systems. Language Skills Intermediate skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to draft routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. This position requires that the technician have excellent manual dexterity. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long-term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts, including healthcare reimbursement and a child/dependent care account. We offer a work-life balance with a competitive time off package including paid holidays, sick/flex days, personal days, and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, a child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection, and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us, and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. Equal Opportunity Employer Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws and regulations. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities #J-18808-Ljbffr Midwestern University US