Computer Dental Technician

Hallmark Dental Laboratory; Halifax; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental lab in Halifax is seeking a Computer Dental Technician. Responsibilities include creating dental orders, designing crowns and veneers, and solving digital model issues using CAD software. Ideal candidates will have strong computer skills and attention to detail. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off. Join a team with over 40 years of community presence.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Wellness Program

Optional pension program

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness spending account

Qualifications

• No dental experience necessary but technical skills required.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain records.
• Experience with graphic software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Creating dental orders in 3Shape design software.
• Designing single unit crowns and veneers.
• Communicating with software technical support for troubleshooting.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Excellent attention to detail

Written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in keeping detailed records

Tools

3Shape design software

Job description

No Dental Experience Necessary

Hallmark is a Halifax based dental lab serving dental clinics and their patients in Atlantic Canada. We are looking to hire a creative and responsible Computer Dental Technician to join our growing team. Your primary responsibilities will include designing high esthetic fixed restorations including implant supported restorations, crowns and veneers.

Computer Dental Technician Duties & Responsibilities:

• Creating dental orders in 3Shape design software
• Digital model problem solving including file type conversions and occlusion optimization
• Designing single unit crowns as monolithic or with cutback for layering
• Designing veneers
• 3D smiles design for "digital wax up" to assist in case presentation and provisionalization
• Designing multi-unit cases on implant level and abutment level records
• Designing cases on natural tooth prep, tibases, and custom abutments
• Communicating with software technical support for troubleshooting and smooth continuous operation of the CAD software.

Computer Dental Technician Requirements:

• Strong computer skills
• Proficiency in keeping detailed records and meeting deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Wellness Program
• Optional pension program
• Employee assistance program
• Health and wellness spending account

Hallmark has been in the community over 40 years. The lab is the largest dental lab in Atlantic Canada and one of the most technologically advanced dental labs in the country. Our growth has been the result of a strong team, strong management and strong communication. Our hours are 8:00am – 4:30pm Monday to Friday.