Tasks

• Prepare plaster models and moulds
• Cast gold or metal alloys for bridges and denture bases
• Design, fabricate or repair dental devices
• Mould wax over dentures set-up
• Finish metal framework of dentures
• Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures
• Make orthodontic bands from metal and alloys
• Prepare patients for dental examinations
• Sterilize and maintain instruments and equipment

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Registration with provincial or territorial authorities

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan

Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
or equivalent experience

Experience
2 years to less than 3 years

Work setting
Dental practice
Hospital/medical facility or clinic