Job Description

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 several labs throughout the country. We are seeking to fill a number of key positions within our organization including this Dental Lab Technician II opportunity at NDX Nelson in Rochester Hills, MI.

The regular hours for this position are from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, 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 Job Functions of the Position:

• Read prescriptions and specifications received from the 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
• When setting for wax try-in, soak model in water before set-up. Check occlusion to be sure correct bite relationship has been achieved
• Maintain a clean work area
• All other duties as assigned

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Set Up (select and setup teeth)
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Detail oriented

Minimum Education and Experience Required:

• Preferred: High school diploma or GED equivalent

Hazardous Materials or Equipment Used:

• Small machinery
• Hand pieces
• Chemicals

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time