Dental Instrument Assembler Assemblers
SaveWhat Does a Dental Instrument Assembler Do?
Dental instrument assemblers assemble various dental instruments, such as drills, lasers, probes, mirrors, and dental imaging devices. They use various machinery, hand tools, chemicals, adhesives and epoxies to assemble the dental instruments. They use precision tools and work in cleanroom environments.
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Where Do I Start?
Dental Anatomy
The development, appearance, classification, function and characteristics of teeth and their position in the mouth.
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Skills You Need to Become a Dental Instrument Assembler
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialDental Anatomy knowledge
The development, appearance, classification, function and characteristics of teeth and their position in the mouth.
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EssentialQuality Standards knowledge
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
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EssentialDental Instrument Components knowledge
The different components and materials that are necessary to create a specific dental instrument. These materials and components vary between the electromedical dental instruments, such as dental drills and dental …
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EssentialMedical Device Regulations knowledge
The set of national and international regulations with regards to the manufacture, safety, and distribution of medical devices.
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EssentialAlign Components skill
Align and lay out components in order to put them together correctly according to blueprints and technical plans.
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EssentialCarry Out Measurements Of Parts skill
Operate measurement instruments to measure parts of manufactured objects. Take into consideration specifications of manufacturers to perform the measuring.
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EssentialClean Components During Assembly skill
Clean components before fixing them to other compounds or units of components during the assembly process.
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EssentialEnsure Conformity To Specifications skill
Ensure that the assembled products are conform to the specifications given.
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EssentialFasten Components skill
Fasten components together according to blueprints and technical plans in order to create subassemblies or finished products.
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EssentialFollow Clinical Guidelines skill
Follow agreed protocols and guidelines in support of healthcare practice which are provided by healthcare institutions, professional associations, or authorities and also scientific organisations.
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EssentialInspect Quality Of Products skill
Use various techniques to ensure the product quality is respecting the quality standards and specifications. Oversee defects, packaging and sendbacks of products to different production departments.
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EssentialMeet Deadlines skill
Ensure operative processes are finished at a previously agreed-upon time.
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EssentialOperate Precision Measuring Equipment skill
Measure the size of a processed part when checking and marking it to check if it is up to standard by use of two and three dimensional precision measuring equipment …
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EssentialRead Assembly Drawings skill
Read and interpret drawings listing all the parts and subassemblies of a certain product. The drawing identifies the different components and materials and provides instructions on how to assemble a …
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EssentialRemove Defective Products skill
Remove defective materials from the production line.
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EssentialReport Defective Manufacturing Materials skill
Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.
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EssentialUse Precision Tools skill
Use electronic, mechanical, electric, or optical precision tools for precision work.
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EssentialWear Cleanroom Suit skill
Wear garments appropriate for environments that require a high level of cleanliness to control the level of contamination.
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EssentialManipulate Dental Material skill
Manipulate materials used in dental procedures such as waxes, plastics, precious and non-precious alloys, stainless steel, porcelains and composites or polymer glass.
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EssentialManufacture Dental Instruments skill
Manufacture dental instruments, using specified materials, components, hand and power tools.
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OptionalBiomedical Engineering knowledge
The biomedical engineering processes used to create medical devices, prostheses and in treatments.
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OptionalOptoelectronics knowledge
Branch of electronics and optics dedicated to the study and use of electronic devices that detect and control light.
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OptionalMedical Devices knowledge
Equipment and devices used in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of medical issues. Medical devices cover a wide range of products, ranging from syringes and protheses to MRI machinery and …
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OptionalBiomedical Techniques knowledge
The various methods and techniques used in biomedical laboratory such as molecular and biomedical techniques, imaging techniques, genetic engineering, electrophysiology techniques and in silico techniques.
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OptionalElectrical Engineering knowledge
Understand electrical engineering, a field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
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OptionalElectrical Equipment Regulations knowledge
The national and international regulations with regards to the use and manufacture of electrical equipment on the workfloor. These regulations provide rules and guidelines on topics such as general risk …
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OptionalElectromechanics knowledge
The engineering processes that combine electrical and mechanical engineering in the application of electromechanics in devices that need electricity to create mechanical movement or devices that create electricity by mechanical …
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OptionalElectronics knowledge
The functioning of electronic circuit boards, processors, chips, and computer hardware and software, including programming and applications. Apply this knowledge to ensure electronic equipment runs smoothly.
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OptionalOptomechanical Engineering knowledge
Subset of mechanical engineering specialised in optical systems and products, such as binoculars, microscopes, telescopes, and spectrometers, as well as optomechanical components, such as optical mounts and optical mirrors.
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OptionalMedical Device Test Procedures knowledge
The methods of testing the quality, accuracy, and performance of medical devices and their materials and components before, during, and after the building of the systems.
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OptionalAdjust Manufacturing Equipment skill
Regulate and monitor the manufacturing equipment settings and process parameters, such as its temperature and power level. Review the manufacturing process and equipment and suggest improvements.
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OptionalApply Soldering Techniques skill
Apply and work with a variety of techniques in the process of soldering, such as soft soldering, silver soldering, induction soldering, resistance soldering, pipe soldering, mechanical and aluminium soldering.
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OptionalApply Technical Communication Skills skill
Explain technical details to non-technical customers, stakeholders, or any other interested parties in a clear and concise manner.
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OptionalComply With Legislation Related To Health Care skill
Comply with the regional and national legislation that is relevant to one`s work and apply it in practice.
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OptionalDispose Of Hazardous Waste skill
Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.
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OptionalKeep Records Of Work Progress skill
Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.
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OptionalMonitor Machine Operations skill
Observe machine operations and evaluate product quality thereby ensuring conformity to standards.
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OptionalOperate Soldering Equipment skill
Use soldering equipment, such as a soldering gun, a soldering torch or a gas-powered iron, to melt and join together pieces of metal or steel.
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OptionalReplace Defect Components skill
Remove defective parts and replace them with functioning components.
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OptionalResolve Equipment Malfunctions skill
Identify, report and repair equipment damage and malfunctions; communicate with field representatives and manufacturers to obtain repair and replacement components.
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OptionalTrain Employees skill
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving …
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OptionalCheck For Solder Defects skill
Check the printed circuit board for solder defects and make adjustments as required.
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OptionalMaintain Dental Instruments skill
Ensure all dental instruments and components are properly stored and taken care of so they maintain their functionality and appearance.
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OptionalMaintain Laboratory Dental Tools skill
Maintain laboratory tools and equipment such as lathes, trimmers, grinders, articulators, and cleaning devices.
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OptionalRepair Dental Instruments skill
Repair or modify dental instruments and supportive devices according to the specifications.
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OptionalTest Dental Appliances For Compliance skill
Examine dental appliances to make sure that they comply with specifications, using articulators and micrometres to test for accuracy of occlusion.
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OptionalTest Dental Instruments skill
Test dental instruments using appropriate equipment. Gather and analyse data. Monitor and evaluate system performance and take action if needed.
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