Dental Technician Monday to Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

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Essential Functions:Fabricates and repairs dental prosthesis/dental appliances.Reads prescription included with case; constructs prostheses by following doctors’ written orders and instructions.Communicates with colleagues and managers in a prompt articulate manner.Uses a wide range of materials, such as metal or non-metal materials.Replaces partial or total loss of natural teeth by constructing partial or full dentures.Restores natural teeth and corrects dental irregularities by manufacturing fixed or removable appliances.Makes models of mouth and teeth from impressions taken by dentist.Builds-up wax replicas of part or all of mouth and/or teeth on model.Encases wax in mold material and melts away wax; replaces wax with plastic, metal, or ceramic materials to make replacement appliance.Builds-up ceramic restoration by continuously applying layers of porcelain.Polishes and finishes appliance to ensure smoothness and fit.Applies stains and glazes to restorations to create natural look.Utilizes and conserves supplies and equipment by completing plaster casting, metal casting, die trimming, metal polishing, wax modeling, wire bending, sandblasting, electroplating, electro-spot welding and CAD/CAM techniques.Uses different kinds of hand tools and equipment (electric drills, presses, lathes, high-heat furnaces, sandblasters, paint brushes, carvers, etc.).Documents actions by completing forms, logs and reports.Works closely with quality control specialists and addresses all issues regarding quality standards.Recognizes and reports problem cases or cases that need additional prep work.Prepares equipment and materialsRelies on technical knowledge to make decisions and accomplish departmental goals.Education and Experience:Basic dental training.Prior dental experience or background, a plus.Previous experience working in positions that require hand and finger dexterity, a plus.

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