Job Information
National Dentex Dental Lab Technician Trainee in De Pere, Wisconsin
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 Trainee opportunity at NDX Lord's Dental Studio in De Pere, WI.
The regular hours for this position are from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, 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 Job Functions of the Position:
Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist
Break processed removable restorations out of flasks and match back to the correct case pan
Remove excess acrylic flash using burs and/or cutting wheels
Remove excess acrylic from metal areas of partial dentures and from teeth
Add final anatomy to present an aesthetic appearance and good function
Seat back to models to check for correct fit; adjust if necessary. If partial clasps need to be adjusted for correct fit, take to the appropriate person.
Repair any areas of the acrylic that have holes, porosity or scarring using cold cure acrylic technique. Pencil blast metal for repairs.
Final polish using pumice and high shine materials
Bag dentures and put number of case on the bag before replacing in the correct pan
Maintain a clean work area
All other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities Required:
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
Detail oriented
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:
Small machinery
Hand pieces
Chemicals
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods of time
Qualifications
Behaviors
Required
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Education
Preferred
- High School or Equivalent or better
Equal Opportunity Employer
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