Dental Lab Technician III (Denture Setup)

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 60+ labs throughout the country. Our team is growing, and we are seeking to fill a number of key positions within our organization including this opportunity at NDX Stern Dental Lab in Houston, TX for a Full-Time Dental Lab Technician III (Denture Setup).

The regular hours for this position are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 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!

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

• 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.

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Removable knowledge in all phases of dental technology
• Excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity
• Detail oriented

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be able to sustain production
• Preferred CDT

Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:

• Small machinery
• Hand-pieces
• Chemicals

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time

Education

• High School or Equivalent or better

Behaviors

• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity