Full-Time
Dental Technician
Posted on Jan 30
Olugbenga Abimbola Akinsanya Dental Prof Corp
High Level, AB
Laboratory Assistants Specific Skills
Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays; Prepare plaster models and moulds; Polish and buff dentures; Make orthodontic bands from metal and alloys; Finish metal framework of dentures; Cast gold or metal alloys for bridges and denture bases; Mould wax over dentures set-up; Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures
Dental Technologists and Technicians Specific Skills Design, fabricate or repair dental devices
Personal Suitability
Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Client focus; Judgement
Technical Expertise (dental)
Waxing-up; Polishing; Plastering; Packing; Assembly; Casting
Work Location Information Willing to relocate
Ability to Supervise 3-4 people
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Physically demanding; Manual dexterity; Attention to detail; Hand-eye co-ordination; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Bending, crouching, kneeling; Tight deadlines
Security and Safety Criminal record check; Basic security clearance
Work Setting Dental practice
Area of Specialization
Partial dentures; Orthodontic appliances; Gold dies and goldwork; Full dentures; Crowns and bridges; Ceramic or porcelain application
Additional Skills
Maintain and order supplies; Supervise students in training; Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory; Train and supervise other dental technicians or dental laboratory assistants
Experience 1 to less than 7 months
Education
College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 3 months to less than 1 yearor equivalent experience
Languages English
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