dental technician

Somba Ke Family Dental; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking dental practice where your skills in modifying dental devices will be valued. This position requires a keen eye for detail and technical expertise in areas such as plastering, polishing, and assembly. You'll be responsible for crafting high-quality dental devices, ensuring patient satisfaction through your craftsmanship. With a strong focus on teamwork and collaboration, this role offers an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about dental technology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect place for you to shine.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in dental device modification and laboratory administration.
• Technical expertise in plastering, packing, and polishing dental devices.

Responsibilities

• Modify dental devices including dentures and orthodontic appliances.
• Perform administrative functions and maintain supplies in the dental lab.

Skills

Plastering

Packing

Waxing-up

Casting

Polishing

Assembly

Education

College/CEGEP

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• College/CEGEP
  
  

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Modify dental devices including full or partial dentures, orthodontic appliances, inlays, onlays, clasps and bands
• Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory
• Maintain and order supplies
• Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures
• Polish and buff dentures
  
  

Experience and specialization

Technical expertise (dental)

• Plastering
• Packing
• Waxing-up
• Casting
• Polishing
• Assembly
  
  

Area of specialization

• Full dentures
• Partial dentures
• Orthodontic appliances
• Crowns and bridges
• Ceramic or porcelain application
• Gold dies and goldwork
• Chrome castings