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Dental Technician at Katsina State Government
Katsina State Government
October 1, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Description
The Dental Technician is responsible for designing, fabricating, and repairing dental prostheses such as dentures, crowns, and bridges to support patient treatment within KTHSMB healthcare facilities.
The role involves working with dental impressions, models, and specifications provided by dentists, ensuring precision and quality in all laboratory work.
The technician will maintain dental laboratory equipment, adhere to infection control standards, and collaborate with clinical teams to ensure effective patient care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Fabricate dental prostheses including dentures, crowns, and bridges
Interpret dental prescriptions and impressions from dentists
Prepare and cast dental models from impressions
Repair and adjust existing dental appliances
Maintain and operate dental laboratory equipment
Ensure quality control and precision in all laboratory work
Follow infection prevention and control procedures in the laboratory
Manage materials and inventory for dental laboratory use
Document laboratory work and maintain accurate records
Collaborate with dentists to meet patient-specific requirements.
Requirements & Qualifications
Diploma or certificate in Dental Technology
Basic prosthesis fabrication skills
Knowledge of dental materials and laboratory procedures
Attention to detail and manual dexterity
Relevant experience.
The Dental Technician is responsible for designing, fabricating, and repairing dental prostheses such as dentures, crowns, and bridges to support patient treatment within KTHSMB healthcare facilities.
The role involves working with dental impressions, models, and specifications provided by dentists, ensuring precision and quality in all laboratory work.
The technician will maintain dental laboratory equipment, adhere to infection control standards, and collaborate with clinical teams to ensure effective patient care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Fabricate dental prostheses including dentures, crowns, and bridges
Interpret dental prescriptions and impressions from dentists
Prepare and cast dental models from impressions
Repair and adjust existing dental appliances
Maintain and operate dental laboratory equipment
Ensure quality control and precision in all laboratory work
Follow infection prevention and control procedures in the laboratory
Manage materials and inventory for dental laboratory use
Document laboratory work and maintain accurate records
Collaborate with dentists to meet patient-specific requirements.
Requirements & Qualifications
Diploma or certificate in Dental Technology
Basic prosthesis fabrication skills
Knowledge of dental materials and laboratory procedures
Attention to detail and manual dexterity
Relevant experience.