dental technician

Education: Other trades certificate or diploma. Dental laboratory technology/technician. Work setting: Denturist's practice. Tasks: Modify dental devices including full or partial dentures, orthodontic appliances, inlays, onlays, clasps and bands. Prepare plaster models and moulds. Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory. Maintain and order supplies. Mould wax over dentures set-up. Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays. Polish and buff dentures. Technical expertise (dental): Plastering. Packing. Waxing-up. Polishing. Assembly. Area of specialization: Full dentures. Partial dentures. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Fast-paced environment. Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Repetitive tasks. Manual dexterity. Attention to detail. Ability to distinguish between colours. Sitting. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Hand-eye co-ordination. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Team player. Screening questions: Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Experience: Experience an asset. Health benefits: Dental plan. Health care plan. Vision care benefits. Location Various locations St. Paul , , AB