Junior Dental Technician

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

Job summary

A local dental laboratory in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Junior Dental Technician. The position involves assembling and polishing CAD/CAM denture products, as well as managing time effectively in a high-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have good dexterity and attention to detail, potentially with some prior experience in dental assistance. The laboratory offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Wellness Program

Optional pension program

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness spending account

Qualifications

• Must have good dexterity and strong ambition to succeed.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a high-paced environment.
• Attention to detail is crucial for quality assurance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, finish, and polish CAD/CAM denture products.
• Manufacture wax bite blocks.
• Create wire clasps for denture products.
• Conduct Computer Assisted Design (CAD) for basic denture products.

Skills

Good time management skills

Excellent attention to detail

Good dexterity

Ability to work in high paced environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Experience or education as a dental assistant or technician

Job description

Overview

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 Junior Dental Technician to join our growing lab. Your duties will include bonding teeth, assembling, finishing, polishing and trimming dentures. We require a candidate with good dexterity, ability to work in high paced environment and strong ambition.

Responsibilities

• Assembling, finishing, and polishing CAD/CAM denture products
• Manufacturing wax bite blocks
• Manufacturing wire clasps for denture products
• Computer Assisted Design (CAD) for basic denture products (Customer Trays and Baseplates)

Qualifications

• Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good dexterity
• Ability to work in high paced environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience or education as a dental assistant or technician is an asset

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.