Workplace information On the road job

Laboratory Assistants Specific Skills

Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays; Prepare plaster models and moulds; Polish and buff dentures; Finish metal framework of dentures; Mould wax over dentures set-up; Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures

Dental Technologists and Technicians Specific Skills Design, fabricate or repair dental devices

Personal Suitability

Effective interpersonal skills; Flexibility; Team player

Technical Expertise (dental)

Waxing-up; Polishing; Plastering; Packing; Assembly; Casting

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

Fast-paced environment; Work under pressure; Physically demanding; Attention to detail

Security and Safety Immunization records; Criminal record check

Work Setting

Independently owned business; Commercial dental laboratory

Area of Specialization Partial dentures; Full dentures; Chrome castings

Additional Skills

Train and supervise other dental technicians or dental laboratory assistants

Experience Experience an asset

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificateor equivalent experience

On the road job

Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Languages English