Experienced Denture Technician

Shaw Lab Group has always believed in developing strong relationships with dentists through experienced technicians. We are seeking an experienced Denture Technician to join our North York location. The ideal candidate must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with excellent communication skills. The ability to do a variety of repairs, relines, and tooth set-ups is required.

Duties and responsibilities

• Thoroughly read and understand the doctor’s prescription
• Evaluate and correct models of any discrepancies
• Block and fabricate custom trays and bite blocks
• Cold cure acrylic processing partials
• Trimming and polishing partial and complete dentures
• Relines and repairs
• Setting or resetting teeth in proper arrangements
• Bending wires and wax down any components for the prosthesis
• Wax up dentures for try-in/finish
• Welding dentures metal components
• Bending clasps
• Prepare any implant models as needed
• Ensure all product is completed and meets Shaw standards and adjust/remake as required
• Clean any debris off the final models and product

Qualifications

• Dental Technology diploma, preferred but not required
• 2 years or more of experience is considered an asset
• Effective communication skills and the ability to read, write and speak English
• Knowledge of dental morphology
• Experience with implants considered an asset
• Designing cast frames considered an asset
• 3shape and exocad, specifically for removables
• Ivocap heat cure investing and processing considered an asset
• Laser welding considered an asset

Perks

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Vision care
• A great Team
• Coffee, weekly donuts, arcade and social events
• 15-min walk from Subway Parking onsite

Job type

• Full time Monday to Friday
• 8 hours

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $46,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• North York, ON M6A 1P6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada?

Education:

• Secondary School (preferred)

Experience:

• Denture Technician: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person