Dental Laboratory Technician - Orthodontics

Socket.dev; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The University of Alberta seeks a Dental Technician to provide comprehensive orthodontic laboratory services and educational technical support within the Orthodontics Graduate Program, reporting to the Supervisor, Dental Laboratory Services. This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Responsibilities include evaluating intraoral scans and impressions, fabricating models (3D printed or dental stone), and producing orthodontic appliances while assisting students and instructors to develop

Qualifications

• College or Technical Institute Diploma in Dental Laboratory Technology.
• Registered member of the College of Dental Technologists of Alberta – R.D.T. / D.T. Status.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in fixed and removable orthodontic appliances.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates intraoral scans and/or clinical impressions for accuracy and suitability for fabrication of orthodontic appliances.
• Fabricates models (3D printed or poured into dental stone) for the purpose of appliance fabrication.
• Fabricate all manner of orthodontic appliances as required.
• Provides ongoing assistance to graduate and undergraduate students to ensure they develop a high standard of technical expertise in the evaluation of dental prescriptions, the design of orthodontic appliances and clinical working models.
• Assists students, instructors and researchers in appliance design.

Skills

Orthodontic appliance fabrication

Dental laboratory techniques

Education

Dental Laboratory Technology diploma

Tools

3D printing

Dental stone

Job description

Location - This role is in-person at North Campus Edmonton.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Dental Laboratory Services, the Dental Technician provides comprehensive orthodontic laboratory services and educational technical support within the Orthodontics Graduate Program under the direction of licensed dental faculty.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates intraoral scans and/or clinical impressions for accuracy and suitability for fabrication of orthodontic appliances
• Fabricates models (3D printed or poured into dental stone) for the purpose of appliance fabrication
• Fabricate all manner of orthodontic appliances as required
• Provides ongoing assistance to graduate and undergraduate students to ensure they develop a high standard of technical expertise in the evaluation of dental prescriptions, the design of orthodontic appliances and clinical working models
• Assists students, instructors and researchers in appliance design

Qualifications

• College or Technical Institute Diploma in Dental Laboratory Technology
• Registered member of the College of Dental Technologists of Alberta – R.D.T. / D.T. Status
• Minimum 5 years of experience in fixed and removable orthodontic appliances

This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is one of the world’s top academic health science centres. With 21 departments, multiple research institutes and centres, and a focus on excellence in education, research, and clinical care, the faculty trains outstanding medical and dental professionals and drives global health innovation in collaboration with partners across sectors.