Senior Dental Ceramist

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite

Position Overview

A high-end, full-service dental laboratory in Calgary is seeking an experienced Senior Dental Ceramist to join its advanced laboratory team. This role is ideal for a ceramist with a strong artistic eye, deep technical expertise, and a passion for creating highly aesthetic, functional ceramic restorations across complex restorative cases.

The Senior Ceramist will play a critical role in delivering premium results for interdisciplinary dentistry, working closely with technicians, designers, and clinical partners to ensure exceptional outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate high-quality ceramic restorations, including crowns, bridges, veneers, and implant-supported prosthetics
• Apply advanced ceramic layering techniques to achieve natural tooth morphology and lifelike aesthetics
• Perform contouring, staining, and glazing to meet both functional and cosmetic standards
• Collaborate with technicians and designers to ensure accurate case interpretation and execution
• Evaluate cases for quality, fit, occlusion, and aesthetics prior to final delivery
• Maintain consistency in shade matching, surface texture, and anatomical detail
• Adhere to established quality control standards and turnaround expectations
• Support continuous improvement of ceramic techniques, workflows, and materials
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace in compliance with health and safety standards

Skills & Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Dental Technology, or equivalent hands-on experience
• 3+ years of experience as a Dental Ceramist (senior-level experience preferred)
• Strong expertise in ceramic layering, staining, glazing, and finishing
• Experience working with zirconia, lithium disilicate, and porcelain restorations
• Excellent eye for aesthetics, color harmony, and natural tooth anatomy
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
• Strong attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship
• Familiarity with digital workflows and CAD/CAM systems is an asset
• Clear communication skills and a professional, team-oriented mindset

Work Environment & Culture

• Modern, well-equipped laboratory with a focus on quality over volume
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture that values precision, innovation, and continuous learning
• Exposure to complex, interdisciplinary restorative cases
• Opportunity to work with advanced technologies and evolving methodologies

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and skill level
• Full-time, stable onsite position in Calgary
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vacation, retirement options)
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Long-term growth potential within a high-quality laboratory environment