Laboratory Assistants Specific Skills

Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays; Prepare plaster models and moulds; Polish and buff dentures; Mould wax over dentures set-up

Dental Technologists and Technicians Specific Skills Design, fabricate or repair dental devices

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player; Judgement

Technical Expertise (dental) Waxing-up; Polishing; Plastering; Packing

Ability to Supervise 3-4 people

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Repetitive tasks; Attention to detail; Ability to distinguish between colours; Sitting; Combination of sitting, standing, walking; Tight deadlines

Work Setting Commercial dental laboratory

Area of Specialization

Gold dies and goldwork; Full dentures; Crowns and bridges; Ceramic or porcelain application

Additional Skills

Train and supervise other dental technicians or dental laboratory assistants

Experience 3 years to less than 5 years

Education

College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years

Languages English