Dental Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Jordan Valley Health:

Jordan Valley Health (JH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary:

The Dental Laboratory Technician will be responsible for managing case workflow and processing digital cases using our case management software. The Dental Laboratory Technician will report directly to the Dental Lab Director and will be required to work closely with our dental clinics across Jordan Valley.

Key Responsibilities:

• Primary responsibility is managing case workflow and processing digital cases using our case management software.
• Knowledge in dental laboratory computer-aid software: 3Shape and Sprintray.
• Knowledge of dental prosthetic devices and related technologies.
• Experience with complete fabrication of quality denture products from start to finish.
• Experience in constructing, repairing, and relining dentures and partials.
• The ability to pass a hands-on skill assessment/bench test of upper and lower set up.
• Strong candidates show competencies in customer service, organization, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work with Dental Providers and Clinic Managers to ensure all dental location Lab orders are placed and received in a timely manner.
• Perform routine and support dental laboratory procedures (i.e., pouring primary and final impressions, fabricating custom trays and bite rims, setting teeth for trial dentures/partials, polishing prosthesis, fabricating night guards, performing inventory of all dental laboratory materials, etc.)
• Ensuring quality control for case fabrication

Benefits Overview:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses.
• Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network.
• Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife.
• Pay on Demand Available

Holidays:

• Nine paid holidays per year.

Health Requirements:

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVH career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Jordan Valley Health is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous Work experience in Dental Lab, dental prosthetic devices and related technologies.
• At least five years of experience as a dental laboratory technician.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent