What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Lab Technician Trainee position at National Dentex?
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 Davis in Wyoming, MI. No previous experience is required; we offer paid training!
The regular hours for this position are from 8:00 AM to 5:00 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 Functions of the Position:
- Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist
- Pour models from impressions received from doctors in the proper material
- Saw out dies using proper technique to make dies removable for fabrication
- Place models on appropriate type of articulator using correct technique
- Articulate models by using bites sent by doctor or hand articulating to correct bite relationship
- Check case for correct doctor information, finish date, product, metal type, and fabrication questions that need to be called on the next day
- Clean work area daily
- All other duties as assigned
Skills and Abilities Required:
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
- Excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity
- Detail oriented
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
- No experience required
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:
- Wet grinders
- Hand-pieces
- Coping Saws
- Bard Parker Knives
- Steamers
- Acetone
- Die-Separator
- Accelerator
- Glue
- Die-Hardener
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- 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