Overview:
Our dental team is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Dental Lab Assistant to support the Lab Manager with daily operations. This position involves assisting with impressions, operating lab equipment, and performing a variety of lab-related tasks to ensure the highest quality of dental appliances and restorations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lab procedure knowledge appreciated, such as:
o Pouring and Trimming Models
o Organizing and tracking lab cases and materials
o Wrought Wire bending for dental appliances
o Acrylic powder/liquid appliance fabrication
o Wire soldering
o Performing lab maintenance and inventory duties
o Operating and maintaining dental lab equipment and
tools
o Following sterilization and infection control protocols
Skills & Qualifications:
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Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
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Experience working with dental lab equipment and making impressions
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Understanding of health and safety regulations
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Strong computer skills and attention to detail
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Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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Well-organized, reliable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
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Strong problem-solving and fine motor skills
Ideal Candidate:
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Has excellent organizational and prioritization skills
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Enjoys working in a busy, hands-on environment
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Maintains the highest standards of cleanliness and precision
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Works well independently and as part of a team
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Demonstrates initiative and a positive attitude
Requirements:
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CPR Certification (required)
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Experience in a dental lab (preferred)
Skills & Qualifications:
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Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
-
Experience working with dental lab equipment and making impressions
-
Understanding of health and safety regulations
-
Strong computer skills and attention to detail
-
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
-
Well-organized, reliable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
-
Strong problem-solving and fine motor skills
Ideal Candidate:
-
Has excellent organizational and prioritization skills
-
Enjoys working in a busy, hands-on environment
-
Maintains the highest standards of cleanliness and precision
-
Works well independently and as part of a team
-
Demonstrates initiative and a positive attitude
Requirements:
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CPR Certification (required)
-
Experience in a dental lab (preferred)
Skills Required
- CPR Certification
- Knowledge of dental instruments and sterilization methods
- Experience working with dental lab equipment and making impressions
- Understanding of health and safety regulations
- Strong computer skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Well-organized, reliable, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving and fine motor skills
- Experience in a dental lab
- Lab procedure skills (pouring/trimming models, wrought wire bending, acrylic fabrication, wire soldering)
What We Do
Smile Starters Dental provides general and pediatric dental services to thousands of underserved children and young adults throughout North Carolina. With a focus on preventative care, the practice aims to diagnose dental problems early, ensuring that young patients enjoy healthy smiles that last a lifetime.








