Ortho Dental Lab Tech

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We are a North Louisiana-based dental lab with over 36 years of experience. Our focus is on providing high‑quality orthodontic appliances that create beautiful smiles for children and adults.

• Design and construct orthodontic appliances used to straighten teeth.
• Operate equipment and use small tools to construct orthodontic appliances.
• Exhibit excellent hand dexterity and attention to detail.
• Work as a team player with a positive, punctual attitude.
• Hold a Dental Lab Technician certificate and/or training.
• Complete wire bending and other related tasks.

Pay is based on experience. The role is located in Bossier City, LA. Estimated salary: $18 and up per hour.

Orthodontic appliance wire bending: 1 year (preferred).

• Read prescriptions or specifications and examine models to determine design.
• Fabricate, alter, and repair dental devices such as dentures, crowns, bridges, inlays, and appliances for straightening teeth.
• Test appliances for conformity and accuracy using articulators and micrometers.
• Place tooth models on apparatus to evaluate function, melt metals, and pour materials into molds.
• Prepare metal surfaces for bonding with porcelain and polish finished prostheses.
• Create full mouth models by pouring plaster into impressions.

• Work with plaster, wax, porcelain, plastic, gold, and other metals.
• Use hand tools, electric drills, presses, lathes, and furnaces.
• Good vision and color sense.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Excellent hand‑eye coordination and artistic aptitude.

• High school diploma with courses in art, ceramics, metalwork, and chemistry recommended.
• On‑the‑job training or apprenticeship preferred.
• Certification by the National Board for Certification, National Association of Dental Laboratories preferred.

• Exposure to hazards such as chemicals, dust, hot objects.
• Must wear protective equipment (goggles, gloves, masks).

This position is a full‑service Lab Tech. Multiple departments may be involved, and the specific tasks performed may vary.

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