Lab Technician

Apple Tree Dental • New Brighton, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Apple Tree Dental is a nationally recognized, innovative non-profit group practice committed to delivering comprehensive, high-quality dental care to patients of all ages and abilities. We serve communities both at our Centers for Dental Health and through mobile and on-site services in long-term care and assisted living facilities, Head Start centers, group homes, and schools. As an integral part of our dental staff, you will be responsible for completing all the phases in making dentures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Effective oral and written communication skills required
• Successful clearance of general and DHS background checks required

Nice To Haves

• Dental lab experience preferred, but not required
• Knowledge of modern dental materials, their storage, handling and applications
• Ability to attend to multiple tasks at the same time and to prioritize assignments and responsibilities to ensure compliance with established deadlines and protocols
• Ability to work independently and be flexible in completing cases to dentist specifications

Responsibilities

• Sterilize incoming cases
• Pour up models
• Trim models
• Mount jobs for set-ups – new baseplates as needed
• Baseplates, bite rims, and custom trays
• Duplicating models
• Setting up and waxing up cases
• Processing and finishing
• Repairs and relines
• Maintaining stock of and ordering teeth

Benefits

• Meaningful Work – Make a difference in a mission-driven, patient-centered practice.
• Professional Growth – Gain valuable experience in a supportive team environment.
• Inclusive Workplace – Work in a welcoming setting where all contributions are valued.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED