Dental Lab Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

A Dental Lab Technician plays a vital role in the dental industry by designing and creating dental prosthetics such as dentures, bridges, crowns, and orthodontic appliances under the specifications provided by dentists. They use a variety of materials and high-tech equipment to craft these dental appliances, ensuring they are of high quality, precise shape, and size. Their job also involves repairing or adjusting these appliances as required. This profession requires excellent manual dexterity, technical skills, attention to detail, understanding of dental anatomy, and ability to interpret dental prescriptions.

In terms of qualifications, a high school diploma is mandatory, but those aspiring to be Dental Lab Technicians should ideally hold an Associate's Degree or certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. Certification from the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology (NBC) can significantly enhance job prospects. In terms of career progression, one may start as a Dental Assistant or Dental Hygienist, gain practical exposure to the dental field, and then advance to the role of a Dental Lab Technician. Alternatively, experience in a manufacturing setting, especially where detailed, hands-on work is required, can also be a stepping stone towards this career.

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Laboratory Technician l

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Laboratory Technician ll

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Laboratory Technician lll

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Laboratory Technician - HRMS Prep - Environment Testing

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Dental Sterilization Technician

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Job Summary: Effectively executes the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA,CDC guidelines Essential Job Functions: Sterilizing and cleaning of all...

Laboratory Technician: Various Days/Shifts

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 5 days ago

Company DescriptionEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Laboratory Technician - Environment Testing - Monday - Friday 12pm-8:30pm

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our...

Experienced Dental Technician

  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Camp Hill, PA
  • 8 days ago

Job Type Part-time Description VerTrue Dental Lab is seeking an on-site Part-Time Experienced Dental Technician Zirconia & PMMA Esthetics (Piecework). About Us: We are a high-quality dental...

Dental Lab Technician - Manager

  • Wyomissing, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Wyomissing, PA
  • 8 days ago

Overview Affordable Dentures & Implants, is the largest network of dental lab technicians nationwide....

Senior Laboratory Technician

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 8 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Dental Technician - Part Time

  • Danville, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Danville, PA
  • 16 days ago

Greets and prepares patient for appropriate procedure. Completes new medical questionnaire annually. Updates and reviews medical health history and completes all electronic medical record...

Cath Lab Technologist - (Cath Lab Tech)

  • Erie, PA
  • 25 days ago
  • Erie, PA
  • 25 days ago

Requirements Cath Lab Technologist - (Cath Lab Tech) StartDate: 7/28/2025 Available Shifts: 10 D Pay Rate: $2638.07 - $2890.65 Cath Lab Tech- ARRT or RCIS proficient with scrubbing TAVR...

Laboratory Technician - Additive Manufacturing

  • Trexlertown, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Trexlertown, PA
  • 30+ days ago

GENERAL PURPOSE: The Laboratory Technician – Additive Manufacturing provides technical assistance for new application development, new product development, and technical support in powder-based 3D...

Dental Lab Technician (Morrisville, PA)

  • Morrisville, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morrisville, PA
  • 30+ days ago

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform daily laboratory operations Milling and Polishing the crown Contact customers when more information is needed EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1-2 years related...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Dental Lab Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Medical Lab Technician
OverviewMedical Lab Technician Course is a program that provides education and training to individuals interested in pursuing a career in medical laboratory technology. Medical laboratory...
Dental Sterilization Assistant & Technician Course
The information in this course is to to provide a framework for an in-house training program in oral healthcare settings, and to serve as a resource for dental sterilization assistants,...
Theory of Clinical Lab Technician
Does the idea of pursuing a career as a clinical lab technician excite you? This course on the theory of clinical lab technicians explores the principles and crucial importance of clinical...

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Salary for Dental Lab Technician Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dental Lab Technician positions.



Highest Education Level

Dental Lab Technicians in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
22.7%
High School or GED
20.0%
Associate's Degree
18.8%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Doctorate Degree
4.3%
Some College
3.4%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Lab Technicians in Pennsylvania
None
26.6%
10+ years
22.2%
2-4 years
19.5%
6-8 years
11.1%
8-10 years
6.8%
4-6 years
6.3%
1-2 years
5.8%
Less than 1 year
1.7%



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