Dentistry & Prosthetics Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Dental Laboratory Technician to join our Dental, Oral Oncology and Maxillofacial Prosthetics team. This role is responsible for fabricating, repairing, and customizing intra-oral prosthetics while supporting advanced digital dentistry workflows, patient care, and resident education. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, organized, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality prosthetic solutions that improve patient outcomes.

Pay Range : $26.00 to $29.00 hourly* ($53,000 to $62,000 per year)

Location : 462 Grider Street Buffalo, NY Department: Dentistry – Oral Oncology / Maxillofacial Prosthetics Laboratory

Shift : Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Job Duties

• Fabricate and repair intra-oral prosthetics including dentures, occlusal guards, fluoride trays, custom trays, and a variety of other intraoral prosthetics
• Perform laboratory procedures including pouring impressions, wax contouring, investing, processing, finishing, polishing, wire bending, laser welding, CAD/CAM design, milling, and 3D printing
• Customize prostheses to meet functional and cosmetic patient needs
• Investigate and implement new materials, techniques, and laboratory processes
• Coordinate laboratory workflow, scheduling, and production activities
• Educate dental residents, students, and external trainees on prosthetic fabrication techniques and equipment
• Maintain laboratory safety standards, sterilization procedures, ventilation protocols, and hazardous material storage compliance
• Monitor laboratory equipment functionality and coordinate repairs or replacements as needed
• Maintain inventory levels and order laboratory supplies
• Clean and Maintain lab equipment directed by MSDS guidelines
• Communicate with external laboratories and vendors
• Prepare daily work logs and reports
• Stay current with advancements in dental laboratory technology and digital dentistry practices
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and hospital regulations and safety standards
• Deliver excellent customer service and collaborate effectively across department

Benefits

Work-Life Balance : Enjoy a schedule with no nights or weekends

Comprehensive Benefits : Rich medical, dental, vision package with a 100% employer funded HRA!

Generous Paid Time Off : 10 paid holidays, plus PTO and Sick time

Secure Retirement : 401(k) plan with a 3% match

Peace of Mind : Employer paid life insurance policy and other voluntary life insurance offerings

Extra Perks : Exclusive deals, discounts, and more

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Dental Technology or related field, required. Bachelor’s degree, preferred
• 1–2 years of experience in a dental laboratory or dental office, preferred
• Certified Dental Technician (CDT) certification, preferred
• Proficiency with dental laboratory software, CAD/CAM systems, and laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of digital dentistry workflows including 3D printing and milling
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity

Grider Support Services, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

* The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant at the time of posting. When determining pay, several factors will be considered including but not limited to location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and budget.