Registered Dental Technologist (RDT) - New Grad

i4 Dental Lab; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

i4 Dental Lab in Ottawa is seeking a motivated Registered Dental Technologist (RDT) – New Graduate to support design, fabrication, and QA of dental restorations and prosthetics. This entry-level role focuses on precision and learning in a collaborative lab.

You'll review prescriptions and impressions, assist with crowns, bridges, and removable prosthetics, use CAD/CAM systems, and maintain accurate records while adhering to safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited dental technology program.
• RDT designation or eligibility for registration.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Review prescriptions, case specs, impressions, scans, and photos.
• Assist design and fabrication of crowns, bridges and removable prosthetics.
• Use CAD/CAM systems and lab equipment as appropriate.
• Follow procedures for model work, waxing, casting, milling, finishing, and case completion.
• Inspect work for fit, function, esthetics, and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate case records and organize work to deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Accredited dental technology program

Registered Dental Technologist designation, or eligibility

Tools

CAD/CAM systems

Job description

Seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Registered Dental Technologist (RDT) – New Graduate to support the design, fabrication, and quality assurance of dental restorations and prosthetic appliances. This entry-level role is suited to a recent graduate who is committed to developing technical skills, maintaining high standards of accuracy, and contributing to a collaborative dental laboratory environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review dental prescriptions, case specifications, impressions, scans, photographs, and related clinical information.
• Assist with the design and fabrication of crowns, bridges, removable prosthetics, implant-related restorations, and other dental appliances within the scope of training and authorization.
• Use laboratory equipment, materials, digital workflows, and computer-aided design and manufacturing systems as appropriate.
• Follow established procedures for model work, waxing, casting, pressing, milling, finishing, polishing, and case completion.
• Inspect completed work for accuracy, fit, function, esthetics, and compliance with the dentist’s prescription.
• Identify case requirements, inconsistencies, or potential concerns and communicate them promptly to appropriate laboratory or clinical team members.
• Maintain accurate case records and organize work according to deadlines and established priorities.
• Handle materials, instruments, equipment, and patient-related information responsibly and in accordance with applicable safety and confidentiality requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory workspace.
• Participate in training, continuing education, quality-improvement activities, and the development of technical skills.
• Collaborate respectfully with dental technologists, dentists, dental assistants, laboratory personnel, and other team members.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Completion of an accredited dental technology or dental laboratory technology program.
• Registered Dental Technologist designation, or eligibility for registration or authorization as applicable to the position and jurisdiction.
• Recent graduates and candidates beginning their professional dental technology careers are encouraged to be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of dental anatomy, occlusion, dental materials, prosthetic principles, infection control, and laboratory safety.
• Ability to interpret dental prescriptions and follow detailed technical instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, hand skills, visual accuracy, and commitment to quality.
• Willingness to learn laboratory techniques, digital workflows, equipment operation, and established quality standards.
• Effective communication, organization, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with appropriate guidance and collaborate effectively within a dental laboratory team.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality, professional conduct, safety, and accurate, high-quality work.