Protec Dental Laboratories is a full-service dental laboratory located in Olympic Village area. We are seeking a dynamic individual to join our team in a Ceramist/Stain & Glaze role. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented professional, exceling in color matching, staining, glazing, and surface texturing, with strong knowledge of ceramics and zirconia. Precision, artistry, and teamwork are essential to ensure high-quality results and patient satisfaction.
The Ceramist, Stain/Glaze Technician will report to the Crown & Bridge Lab Manager.
Duties and responsibilities
● Construct dental prosthetics including crowns, bridges, veneers, inlays and onlays using various material such as porcelain, lithium discilate and metal alloys.
● Colour Matching and Staining dental restorations to ensure natural and aesthetically pleasing appearance.
● Custom Shading (anterior ceramist only) patient’s natural teeth, shape, color and size
● Layering porcelain to create lifelike dental restorations with the appropriate translucency, texture and shape.
● Ensure that crowns fit accurately on the dental model to guarantee a accurate fit.
● Trim and refine the margins of dental restorations to ensure a perfect seal and fit.
● Contour and sculp restoration to replicate the natural anatomy and functions of the patient’s teeth.
● Read and follow doctor’s prescriptions.
● Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
● High school diploma or equivalent
● Certification from an accredited dental technology program is preferred.
● A minimum of 3 -5 years or more of experience with a focus in ceramics.
● Proficient in various techniques such as waxing, casting, pressing ceramic layering and contouring anatomy.
● Effective communication skills and the ability to read, write and speak English
● Attention to detail for color and form to create aesthetic and natural looking dental restorations.
● Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the fabrication process.
● Familiarity with dental Cad/Cam software and digital dentistry techniques considered an asset.
The Perks
● Extended health care including medical, dental and vision.
● RRSP Matching Program.
● Transit friendly and lots of great eats in the neighborhood.
● A great team.
● A chance to join one of the most progressive labs in Canada.
Job Type
● Full-time Monday to Friday during business hours (8:00am-5:00pm).
● The hourly rate will be determined based on experience.
● After successfully passing probation, the technician will work on a unit pay system.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you currently legally authorized to work in Canada?
- Do you currently require, or will you require in the future, employer sponsorship to work in Canada?