Overview
Location: Yandina, QLD
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: $70,000 – $80,000 + super (depending on experience)
About the Practice
Yandina Dental is a well-established, family-focused dental clinic located in Yandina, Queensland. We provide high-quality, comprehensive dental care to patients of all ages, offering services ranging from preventive and restorative dentistry to orthodontic treatment and surgical procedures. Our team is committed to delivering advanced, high-quality treatment using the latest dental technology in a friendly, supportive, and professional environment, with patient comfort and excellent outcomes as our priority.
About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Dental Technician to join our friendly and supportive team in a full-time position. The successful candidate will work closely with dentists and clinical staff to produce high-quality dental prosthetics and appliances in accordance with industry standards and clinical requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Designing, fabricating, modifying, and repairing dental prosthetics and appliances, temporary crowns, bridges, dentures, mouthguards, splints, and orthodontic appliances
* Interpreting and following written and digital dental prescriptions, impressions, intra-oral scans, and treatment plans provided by dentists
* Selecting, handling, and working with a wide range of dental materials including ceramics, acrylics, metals, zirconia, and composite materials
* Operating and maintaining dental laboratory equipment safely and efficiently
* Ensuring all prosthetic work meets functional, aesthetic, infection control, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance standards
* Liaising and collaborating with dentists and clinical team members to ensure prostheses meet clinical and patient requirements
* Maintaining accurate case records, production documentation, and material traceability
* Complying with workplace health and safety, infection control, and relevant Australian dental and regulatory standards
Skills and Experience
* Relevant qualification in dental technology or a related field (Certificate IV, Diploma, or equivalent)
* Minimum of 1 year relevant work experience as a Dental Technician
* Experience in fixed and/or removable prosthetics
* Demonstrated ability to take a leadership role in guiding, mentoring, and training junior technicians or other clinical support staff
* Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
* Ability to work independently and as part of a friendly, collaborative team
* Good communication skills with the ability to provide clear instruction and feedback
* Strong time management skills and ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
* Commitment to continuous professional development and staying up to date with new dental technologies
Application questions
Your application will include the following questions:
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as a Dental Technician?
* Do you have recovery / retention experience?
* Have you completed a qualification in dental science / dental surgery?
* Have you completed a qualification in dental assisting?
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