Crown and Bridge Ceramist Dental Technician

Hallmark Dental Laboratory Ltd; Halifax; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dental laboratory in Halifax is seeking a skilled Crown and Bridge Ceramist Dental Technician. Responsibilities include constructing and fabricating high-quality dental prosthetics. Ideal candidates should have dental ceramics experience and a degree in Dental Technology. The position offers health and dental insurance, a pension program, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Optional pension program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health and wellness spending account (HSA)

Qualifications

• Experience in creating high-quality dental prosthetics and devices.
• Proficiency in keeping detailed records and meeting deadlines.
• Technical knowledge of dental procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Construct dental prosthetics and devices for clients.
• Fabricate metal, zirconia, and emax prosthetics.
• Polish dental prostheses and make adjustments as needed.
• Stay updated with new dental technologies.

Skills

Dental ceramics experience

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Critical thinking skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Dental Technology

Registered Dental Technician certification

Job description

Overview

Crown And Bridge Ceramist Dental Technician Job Description. We are looking to hire a competent and creative Crown and Bridge Ceramist Dental Technician to join our growing team. Your duties will include constructing dental prosthetics, fabricating metal, zirconia and emax prosthetics. Our ideal candidate is someone with previous experience in creating high-quality dental prosthetics and devices. To ensure success in this position, you should have extensive knowledge of all dental technologies and use your expertise while creating a safe and pleasing environment and high-quality products and services.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Polishing dental prostheses and dental devices
• Zirconia stain and glaze
• Fabricating metal framework
• Waxing and casting gold crowns, PFM and metal bridges
• Layering on metal frame and zirconia frame
• Gingival ceramics
• Constructing prostheses and devices for clients by replacing wax with adequate dental materials
• Making adjustments and color corrections for prosthetic teeth
• Replacing natural teeth by fabricating prosthetic teeth
• Restoring teeth by fabricating crowns and dental implants
• Keeping up to date with new dental technologies and advancements in the field

Requirements

• Degree in Dental Technology preferred
• Registered Dental Technician certification is preferred
• Dental ceramics experience is essential
• Good time management skills
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Proficiency in keeping detailed records and meeting deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Technical knowledge of dental procedures and equipment
• Written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Optional pension program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health and wellness spending account (HSA)

Hallmark has been in business for 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 Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.