Dental Lab Technician II (Denture Setup)

National Dentex Labs•Topeka, KS

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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 II (Denture Setup) opportunity at NDX Heumann Topeka in Topeka, KS. We are welcoming applicants with no experience to apply!! We are willing to provide hands-on training! 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!

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity
Detail oriented
Must have 12 months of experience as a Dental Laboratory Technician and is skilled in one or more of the tasks associated with a Dental Laboratory Technician.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.
Required to sit, stand, walk, and/or reach.
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.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Responsibilities

Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist.
Check models for defect that need correcting before fabrication begins.
Check articulation of models for proper occlusal relationship.
Post dam upper models.
Set pin on articulator to establish vertical relationship.
Double check teeth to be used for correct mold and shade.
Place wax on baseplate and set teeth on the arch in proper alignment to achieve proper function and good aesthetics.
If setting for wax try-in, soak model in water before set-up.
Check occlusion to be sure correct bite relationship has been achieved.
All other duties as assigned.