Dental Lab Technician (Denture Model)

RiseMe; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick time

401K with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

NDX Rogers Dental Laboratory in Athens, TN seeks a Dental Lab Technician (Denture Model) for an entry-level role with hands-on paid training. The position handles denture modeling, processing, and impression-based fabrication under supervision.

Primary duties include reading prescriptions, modeling for fixed and removable cases, and equipment handling. Attention to detail and manual dexterity are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Read prescriptions and specifications from dentist
• Model work for fixed and removable cases
• Knowledge of denture materials and processes
• Ability to follow Rx instructions precisely

Responsibilities

• Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist
• Model work for fixed and removable cases
• Processing
• Investing and packing dentures, partials, night guards
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Knowledge of tooth anatomy

Articulate according to Rx

Knowledge of materials

Identify margins from impressions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Wet Grinder

Lathe

Hand piece

Investment material

Job description

Join National Dentex - a leading healthcare organization specializing in the dental industry! We offer a full spectrum of specialized products, services, and technologies to address any dental restoration need. Currently, we have 50 labs throughout the country. We are seeking to fill a number of key positions within our organization including this Dental Lab Technician (Denture Model) opportunity at NDX Rogers Dental Laboratory in Athens, TN. This is a trainee position that requires no experience. Hands-on, paid training is provided.

The regular hours for this position are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Fridays, and subject to change from time to time.

This is a full-time position featuring employee benefits including: health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid holiday, vacation, and sick time; 401K with company contribution; and tuition reimbursement!

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

• Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist
• Model work for fixed and removable cases
• Processing
• Investing and packing dentures, partials, night guards
• All other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge tooth anatomy
• Ability to articulate according to Rx
• Knowledge of materials (i.e. stones, acrylic)
• Identify through Impressions margins

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Preferred: High school diploma or GED equivalent

Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:

• Wet Grinder
• Sharp Tools/Instruments
• Investment material
• Lathe
• Hand piece
• Boil Out

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and/or reach
• Exhibit fine motor skills and/or perform repetitive motions
• Read and interpret prescriptions and other required documentation
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information
• Vision capabilities: depth perception, attention to detail, and/or color