What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Lab Technician III (Denture Technician) position at NDX Keller Dental Lab (Fenton, MO)?
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 III (Denture Technician) opportunity at NDX Keller in Fenton, MO.
The regular hours for this position are from 7:00 AM to 3:30 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.
- Wax for finish denture and try-in
- Finish, Polish Dentures, Partials, Repairs, Relines and Flexible Partials
- Bead and pour impressions.
- Base models & trim models.
- Set bites.
- Articulate models.
- Make duplicate models
- Makes base plates and bite rims.
- Use past experience and successes to effectively trouble shoot and problem solve.
- Review final work to confirm that quality standards have been met.
- Clean work area daily.
- All other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities Required:
- Excellent hand-eye coordination.
- Strong ability to read, listen, comprehend, retain, and execute on written and verbal instructions.
- High level of organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize work.
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
- Basic computer skills.
Minimum Education and Experience Required:
- Preferred: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Must have 3-5 years of experience as a Dental Laboratory Technician and is skilled in one or more of the tasks associated with a Removable Dental Laboratory Technician.
Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:
- Small machinery/hand pieces.
- Additional related materials or equipment, as required.
- Personal protective equipment, as required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel and/or reach.
- Fine motor skills and ability to perform repetitive motions.
- Vision capabilities, including depth perception, attention to detail, and color.
Experience
Required- 3 year(s): Must have 3-5 years of experience as a Dental Laboratory Technician and is skilled in one or more of the tasks associated with a Removable Dental Laboratory Technician.
Education
Preferred- High School or Equivalent or better
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
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