registered dental technician (RDT)
The role involves designing, modifying, and polishing dental devices such as dentures and orthodontic appliances. Additionally, the technician is responsible for preparing models, training students, and performing laboratory administrative tasks.
- On-site
- Richmond, BC
- Posted Aug 1, 2026
- Apply by Aug 31, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Overview Languages English Education Degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine or optometry Experience Experience an asset On site Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely. Work setting Commercial dental laboratory Independently owned business Responsibilities Tasks Design dental devices Modify dental devices including full or partial dentures, orthodontic appliances, inlays, onlays, clasps and bands Prepare plaster models and moulds Train other dental technicians Perform administrative functions for the dental laboratory Mould wax over dentures set-up Finish metal framework of dentures Supervise students in training Prepare wax bite-blocks and impression trays Pack plastic material in moulds to form full or partial dentures Polish and buff dentures Experience and specialization Technical expertise (dental) Plastering Packing Waxing-up Casting Polishing Area of specialization Full dentures Partial dentures Orthodontic appliances Chrome castings Additional information Work conditions and physical capabilities Fast-paced environment Work under pressure Tight deadlines Attention to detail Sitting Hand-eye co-ordination Personal suitability Client focus Flexibility Team player Benefits Health benefits Dental plan Disability benefits Health care plan Vision care benefits Other Benefits Free parking available
What you’ll do
The role involves designing, modifying, and polishing dental devices such as dentures and orthodontic appliances. Additionally, the technician is responsible for preparing models, training students, and performing laboratory administrative tasks.
Requirements
Candidates must have a degree in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, or optometry. Technical expertise in plastering, casting, and waxing-up is required, and the role is listed as entry-level.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Dental plan • Disability benefits • Health care plan • Vision care benefits • Free parking
Other relevant skills
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- Dental device design
- Denture modification
- Orthodontic appliances
- Plastering
- Packing
- Waxing-up
- Casting
- Polishing
- Chrome castings
- Administrative functions
- Student supervision
Job areas
- Healthcare
- Manufacturing
- Trades
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Apply by
- Aug 31, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Entry level