Dental technician

Iconic Smiles; Sydney; Sur place; AUD 80 000 - 85 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Iconic Smiles in Roselands, NSW is seeking an experienced Dental Technician for a permanent full-time role in our in-house laboratory. The successful candidate will construct, fabricate and repair dentures, crowns and other dental appliances using conventional and digital techniques from impressions, moulds and digital scans.

Responsibilities include meeting prescriptions, maintaining records, and collaborating with dentists to ensure quality, aesthetic outcomes and production deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of relevant full-time experience as a Dental Technician.

Responsabilités

• Construct, fabricate and repair full and partial dentures and other dental appliances according to prescriptions.

Connaissances

Dental Technician

Dentures

Digital Dentistry

CAD/CAM

Dental Materials

Outils

CAD/CAM systems

Digital scanners

Description du poste

Iconic Smiles
Location: 183 King Georges Road, Roselands NSW 2196
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Hours: 38 hours per week
Salary: $80,000 – 85,000 per annum + Superannuation

About Iconic Smiles

Iconic Smiles is an established dental practice based in Roselands, Sydney, specialising in cosmetic, implant and general dentistry. The practice provides a range of dental treatments, including dental implants, crowns, bridges, veneers, Invisalign and digital dentures, with a focus on precision, advanced technology and personalised patient care.

Iconic Smiles operates a modern dental practice with an in-house dental laboratory, digital scanning capabilities and advanced dental technology. Our laboratory supports the practice by manufacturing, modifying and repairing dental prostheses, restorations and other dental appliances in accordance with prescriptions and technical specifications provided by dental practitioners.

We are committed to maintaining high standards of workmanship, technical accuracy and quality in the fabrication of dental appliances and restorations.

Position Overview

Iconic Smiles is seeking an experienced and suitably qualified Dental Technician to join our team on a permanent full-time basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for constructing, fabricating, modifying and repairing dentures, dental prostheses, crowns, bridges and other dental appliances within our in-house dental laboratory.

The role involves working from dental impressions, moulds, working models, digital scans, prescriptions and technical specifications provided by dental practitioners. The successful candidate will apply appropriate dental laboratory techniques, materials and equipment to manufacture appliances that meet the required technical, functional and aesthetic specifications.

The position requires practical experience in denture fabrication and repair, dental appliance construction, dental materials and laboratory procedures. Familiarity with digital dentistry and CAD/CAM workflows will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities

• Construct, fabricate and repair full and partial dentures and other dental appliances in accordance with prescriptions, dental impressions, working models and technical specifications provided by dental practitioners.
• Prepare dental working models and casts from impressions and digital scans supplied by dentists for the manufacture of dental prostheses and appliances.
• Fabricate full and partial dentures using appropriate conventional and digital dental laboratory techniques to meet prescribed functional and aesthetic requirements.
• Manufacture crowns, bridges, inlays and other dental restorations according to dental prescriptions and specified technical requirements.
• Construct removable orthodontic appliances, retainers, mouthguards, splints,anti-snoring devices and teeth-whitening trays, as required.
• Fabricate and incorporate metal clasps and other components into removable partial dentures and other dental appliances.
• Select, prepare and process suitable acrylic, ceramic, metal and other dental materials according to the requirements of each appliance or restoration.
• Repair, modify, add to and reline denture bases and existing dental appliances in accordance with instructions provided by dental practitioners.
• Trim, shape, finish and polish dentures, crowns, bridges and other dental appliances to achieve the required technical accuracy, workmanship and appearance.
• Operate dental laboratory equipment, specialised instruments and digital CAD/CAM systems to manufacture, modify and repair dental prostheses, restorations and appliances.
• Inspect completed dental appliances and restorations for accuracy, workmanship,quality and compliance with prescriptions and technical specifications, and rectify identified defects.
• Liaise with dentists and other relevant dental professionals to clarify prescriptions,discuss technical requirements and coordinate requested modifications to dental appliances.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records relating to case specifications, materials,repairs, modifications and completed work.
• Maintain dental laboratory equipment and work areas in accordance with applicable workplace health and safety, hygiene and infection-control procedures.
• Organise and prioritise laboratory cases to meet agreed production deadlines while maintaining consistent technical and quality standards.
• Keep up to date with developments in dental materials, dental laboratory techniques and digital dentistry relevant to the fabrication and repair of dental appliances.

Experience

• Minimum one year of relevant full-time experience as a Dental Technician or in a closely related dental laboratory position.
• Demonstrated practical experience in constructing, fabricating and repairing full and partial dentures.
• Experience fabricating dental appliances or restorations, including crowns, bridges,inlays, mouthguards, splints or removable orthodontic appliances.
• Experience working with dental impressions, moulds, working models, digital scans and laboratory prescriptions.
• Experience performing denture repairs, modifications, additions and relining of denture bases.
• Experience selecting and processing dental materials and operating dental laboratory equipment.

Key Skills and Requirements

• Dental Technical Expertise: Strong practical knowledge of dental technology, dental prostheses, dental appliances and laboratory fabrication and repair techniques.
• Denture Fabrication and Repair: Ability to construct, repair, modify and reline full and partial dentures and other removable dental appliances.
• Dental Appliance Construction: Ability to fabricate a range of dental appliances and restorations in accordance with dental prescriptions and technical specifications.
• Digital Dentistry: Experience with digital scanning, CAD/CAM systems and digital denture workflows will be highly regarded.
• Precision and Attention to Detail: Ability to work accurately with dental impressions, models, digital scans, measurements and technical specifications.
• Manual Dexterity: Strong hand skills and precision when handling dental materials, small components, instruments and specialised laboratory equipment.
• Quality Control: Ability to inspect completed dental appliances, identify technical defects and undertake necessary corrections.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve technical issues associated with fabrication, repairs and modifications of dental appliances.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with dentists and other dental professionals regarding prescriptions, technical requirements and modifications.
• Time Management: Ability to prioritise laboratory work, manage multiple cases and meet production deadlines without compromising quality.
• Professional Standards: Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, safe working practices, infection-control procedures and high standards of laboratory workmanship.