Dental Lab Technician – Full Arch Finishing
Location: Rochester, NY
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Pay: $25–$35 per hour, depending on experience
About the Opportunity:
A growing and innovative dental laboratory in the Rochester, NY area is seeking an experienced Dental Lab Technician to join its full-arch production team. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented technician who enjoys hands-on finishing work, follows structured laboratory protocols, and takes pride in producing high-quality dental restorations.
The ideal candidate will have a strong dental laboratory background, excellent manual dexterity, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Position Summary:
The Dental Lab Technician will review dentists’ prescriptions and follow established laboratory protocols to finish full-arch dental restorations. This role requires strong attention to detail, consistency, and the ability to meet quality standards in a fast-paced lab environment.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Review clinical prescriptions and follow dentist instructions accurately.
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Finish full-arch dental restorations according to lab protocols.
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Use hand tools, rotary instruments, and polishing equipment to contour, trim, characterize, and polish prosthetics.
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Evaluate fit, function, occlusion, and overall accuracy of full-arch prostheses using articulators and bite tables.
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Remove excess material and polish prostheses or frameworks.
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Maintain clean and organized finishing tools, handpieces, and workstations.
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Follow all safety, quality, and procedural protocols.
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Communicate clearly with coworkers, lab management, and other departments to support workflow and quality.
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Assist with other laboratory duties as needed.
Requirements:
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Minimum of 3 years of dental laboratory experience required.
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Experience with finishing, polishing, contouring, or full-arch restorations preferred.
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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CDT designation preferred, but not required.
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Strong attention to detail and quality.
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Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
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Ability to follow detailed step-by-step protocols.
Benefits:
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Health insurance.
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Dental insurance.
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Vision insurance.
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Paid time off.
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Sick time and paid holidays.
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401(k).
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Company profit sharing.
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Flexible spending account.
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Health savings account.
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
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Relocation assistance may be available.
