Dental Lab Technician Trainee

 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 Trainee opportunity at NDX Rogers in Athens, TN. 

The regular hours for this position are from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Fridays, 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!  

 

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

• Read prescriptions and specifications received from dentist.
• Model work for fixed and removable cases
• Processing
• Investing and packing dentures, partials, night guards
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge tooth anatomy
• Ability to articulate according to Rx
• Knowledge of materials (i.e. stones, acrylic)
• Identify through Impressions margins

 

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Preferred: High school diploma or GED equivalent

 

Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:

• Wet Grinder
• Sharp Tools/Instruments
• Investment material
• Lathe
• Hand piece
• Boil Out

 

Physical Requirements:

• Regularly 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.