Dental Technician (Full-Time)

PATRICK DENTAL CERAMIC ARTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Singapore is seeking a Full-Time Dental Technician to read prescriptions, operate CAD/CAM machines, and fabricate dental prostheses. No experience is required as on-job training is provided, but candidates are expected to pay attention to detail and collaborate effectively. Competitive benefits include medical coverage, annual leave and a conducive work environment.

Benefits

14 days annual leave

Medical coverage up to 80%

Dental claims up to $200 per year

Conducive work environment

Workman Injury Compensation Insurance

Sick leave and parental leaves

Festive gifts

Qualifications

• Proficient in spoken and written English, Mandarin is an advantage.
• Attention to detail and critical thinking required for record-keeping.
• Willingness to learn and contribute to process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret doctor's prescription forms.
• Operate CAD/CAM equipment and fabricate dental prostheses.
• Manage inventory and maintain equipment performance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Proficiency in English

Willingness to learn

Computer literacy

Job description

Founded in 2004, Patrick Dental Ceramic Arts Pte Ltd (PDCA) is a dental laboratory based in Singapore. Our mission is to provide quality and aesthetic dental restorations to our dentists and their patients. We do so by working as a team and investing time and effort in individuals who are willing to grow with us.

As a dental laboratory, we work closely with clinics, dentists and other dental professionals to design and fabricate dental prostheses.

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As a Full-Time Dental Technician, you will fulfil the following responsibilities:

• Understanding Prescription: Read and interpret doctors’ prescription forms.
• Handling of Digital Materials: Download digital scans. Upload files for fabrication.
• CAD/CAM Machines: Operate CAD/CAM equipment such as milling machines.
• Model and Mould Making: Accurately create and refine models from dental impressions.
• Prosthetic Fabrication: Building of porcelain. Fabricate, alter or repair dental prostheses such as implant and non-implant crowns, bridges, onlays and veneers done using conventional or digital workflow.
• Customisation: Customise dental prostheses to match individual patient needs and specifications, ensuring proper fit and function, while following requirements in the prescription.
• Quality Check: Ensure completeness, accuracy, and quality standards are met before sending the case out.
• Collaboration: Work closely with team members, dentists and other dental partners to achieve optimal outcomes for patients.
• Material Management: Manage inventory of dental materials and equipment and order supplies as needed.
• Machine Management: Maintain equipment and machine performance by establishing operating procedures. Arrange for equipment servicing, and repair.
• Technology Utilisation: Stay updated with advancements in dental technology, including CAD/CAM systems and digital scanning, to enhance production processes.
• Improvement of Protocols: Evaluate current procedures, practices and develop and implement best practices for current operations.
• Cleanliness: Ensure that the workstation and area around it is always well-maintained, tidy and clean for hygiene purposes.

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Candidates are required to be:

• Proficient in the English Language (spoken and written) as dental prescription forms are written in English. Proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage, as the role involves frequent interaction with Mandarin-speaking colleagues, clients and patients.
• Computer and smartphone literate as using computers and phones for workflow and communication is required.
• Able to pay attention to details and have critical thinking for record keeping and problem-solving.
• Willing to learn and contribute to process improvements.
• Moving around the lab as the job is not desk bound, and carry up to a load of 20 kg (materials, machines, equipment).

No experience required. On-job training will be provided. Experienced candidates are welcomed too.

We are looking for someone who can stay with us long-term, and grow with us as a team.

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We offer:

• Conducive Work Environment: Our lab is air-conditioned with sanitary facilities well-equipped. You will have your own workstation. It is modern, comfortable and clean.
• Annual Leave: 14 days annual leave. The number of leave accrues with the length of employment and reaches up to 21 days after 8 years.
• Medical Coverage: Medical claims up to 80% (capped at $50) for visitation at private clinics, and full medical claims for visitation at government clinics/ hospitals.
• Dental Coverage: Dental claims up to $200 per year.
• Insurance: Workman Injury Compensation Insurance.
• The following are as per government’s regulations: Sick leave, Childcare leave, Maternity leave, Paternity leave, Parental leave
• Festive Gifts.