Digital Fixed Arch Manager- Job Overview

The Digital Fixed Arch Manager is responsible for implementing and overseeing a digital fixed arch production lab. This employee will also be charged with leading/training team members and communicating with clinicians on their cases.  

Digital Fixed Arch Manager Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead the fixed arch digital design process for Advanced Dental Implant Center – define the needs, outline the preferred process, train practice team and lab team to the process and provide oversight/training to ensure process functions
• Build business case for necessary investments to build new process (e.g., IT investments, personnel, equipment, etc.)
• Player-coach – in addition to training on the design process, complete fixed arch designs on same-day turnaround and to the standards required by the practice teams

• Able to closely follow the lab slip instructions to produce quality work by the due date

• Working knowledge of various scanning systems (IOS vs Desktop)
• Working knowledge of various digital production systems (3D printing & Milling)
• Dependable, responsible, and willing to take on needed duties to fulfill the goals of the lab
• Manage and train digital design team (currently 2 employees) – fully responsible for setting/executing training plans, conducting performance reviews, etc.

Digital Fixed Arch Manager Qualifications

• Proficient in Exocad design workflows
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Dental Technician preferred
• Knowledge of basic tooth morphology and anatomy
• Must be able to read and interpret dental prescriptions
• Must have contouring and finishing skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Familiar with dental equipment and materials
• Ability to work independently with little oversight – set & keep deadlines
• Take initiative to build and improve processes

Digital Fixed Arch Manager Education

• High School Diploma
• Diploma/degree in dental technology (CDT preferred)

Digital Fixed Arch Manager Experience

• 3+ years of Dental Technician experience preferred
• Knowledge in designing full arch cases, custom abutments, and crown/substructure with Exocad or 3shape
• Prior people management or training experience preferred