Dental Lab Technician III (Dentures)

About the role

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. This opportunity is for a Dental Lab Technician III specializing in denture fabrication at NDX Clearwater Dental Laboratory in Clearwater, FL.

Schedule

Regular hours are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and are subject to change.

Responsibilities

• Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist
• Fully qualified for full arch and partial tooth arrangements and set-ups
• Able to select teeth for any variety of cases
• Fully qualified to process and finish cases in a variety of ways including injection processing and pour and cure techniques
• Able to perform a wide variety of repairs, relines, and other assorted tasks related to complete and partial denture fabrication
• Implant knowledge is a plus
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Knowledge of tooth anatomy
• Ability to articulate according to Rx
• Knowledge of materials (e.g., stones, acrylic)
• Set teeth in proportion to doctor’s requested bite for denture
• Finish denture, pumicing, and polishing for delivery of completed product
• Excellent hand-eye coordination
• Strong ability to read, listen, comprehend, retain, and execute on written and verbal instructions
• High level of organizational skill with the ability to prioritize work
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English

Qualifications

• Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required: Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Dental Lab Technician specializing in denture fabrication

Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used

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

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

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid holiday, vacation, and sick time
• 401K with company contribution
• Tuition reimbursement