Posted 1mo ago

Model Technician

@ ProSomnus
Pleasanton, California, United States
$22-$24/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Pour models, Grind models, Base models
Requirements Summary:Entry-level to some experience; high school diploma; basic dental terminology; able to lift up to 10 lbs; good communication; perform post-production duties.
Technical Tools Mentioned:spatula, model trimmer, vulcanized rubber formers
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Job Description

Summary

 

Provides post-production support by performing the following duties.



Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

 

  • Pours models using a spatula. Makes sure end result is free of bubbles

 

  • Grinds models to appropriate thickness using the model trimmer.

 

  • Bases models in vulcanized rubber formers for a consistent look.

 

  • Articulates models using the appropriate form of articulation. Bites sent in by the doctor are to be cut down appropriately for every case.



Supervisory Responsibilities: None.



Competencies

 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

 

Planning/Organization– Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic actions plans.

 

Communications – Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Ability to follow instructions

 

 

Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; promote quality; applies feedback from manager or quality to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

 





Dependability – Follows work instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.





Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.



Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Education and/or Experience

 

  • High school diploma; two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience a plus. Proficient understanding of basic Dental Terminology, a plus

 



Language Skills

 

  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence.
  • Ability to write simple notes.



Reasoning Ability

 

  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.





Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: None.



  • 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. Good hand skills
  • Keen eye for details

 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, feet, or feel and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 



Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.