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CDT Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $84,783.00 - $131,414.00 The Clinical Manager provides a crucial leadership support role in the Clinical Department at Center for Donation ...

CDT Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $84,783.00 - $131,414.00 The Clinical Manager provides a crucial leadership support role in the Clinical Department at Center for Donation ...

CDT Work Shift: Per Diem (United States of America) Salary Range: $49,763.00 - $69,668.00 The Perfusion Technician performs technical operations in organ procurement and perfusion. These duties ...

A CDT kicks off as soon as preparations start for a First in Human (FIH) study (in the case of the first indication for a given compound) or when first clinical related discussions start for a new ...

CDT Work Shift: Per Diem (United States of America) Salary Range: $49,763.00 - $69,668.00 The Perfusion Technician performs technical operations in organ procurement and perfusion. These duties ...

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How much do cdt jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for cdt in the United States is $27.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $34.86 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a CDT?

As a Clinical Dental Technician, your daily responsibilities often include consultations with patients to assess their dental prosthetic needs, creating and fitting custom dentures or other dental appliances, and making necessary adjustments based on fit and function. You will work closely with dentists and dental laboratory teams to ensure that each device is tailored to the patient’s requirements and meets high-quality standards. Additionally, you may handle administrative tasks such as maintaining patient records and managing laboratory workflows. This collaborative and hands-on environment offers variety in daily tasks and allows you to play a pivotal role in improving patients' quality of life through better oral health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CDT, and why are they important?

To excel as a Clinical Dental Technician (CDT), you need expert knowledge in dental prosthetics, oral anatomy, and dental materials, typically supported by a formal qualification in dental technology or prosthetics. Familiarity with dental laboratory equipment, digital impression software, and relevant certifications (such as GDC registration in the UK) is often required. Excellent manual dexterity, attention to detail, and strong communication skills help you stand out when interacting with both dental professionals and patients. These abilities are crucial for delivering precise, functional, and aesthetically pleasing dental devices that meet individual patient needs.

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Infographic showing various Cdt job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $57,819 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Dental Ceramist - CDT

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$30 - $45/hr

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Porcelain Ceramist / Dental Technician – CDT Required

Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Porcelain Ceramist / Dental Technician to join our dental laboratory team. This position is responsible for producing high-quality, natural-looking ceramic restorations while maintaining consistent standards for quality, accuracy, esthetics, and turnaround time.
A current Certified Dental Technician (CDT) certification is required for this position.

Essential Duties:
  • Perform porcelain build-up, contouring, staining, glazing, and final finishing.
  • Fabricate high-quality anterior and posterior crowns, bridges, and implant restorations.
  • Work with zirconia, e.max/lithium disilicate, layered porcelain, and other ceramic materials.
  • Ensure proper anatomy, morphology, shade, texture, contacts, margins, and occlusion.
  • Review prescriptions, models, digital designs, photographs, and doctor instructions.
  • Communicate professionally and effectively with doctors regarding case details, shades, esthetic expectations, technical questions, and case requirements.
  • Perform adjustments and corrections as needed before final quality control.
  • Work closely with Crown & Bridge, Digital, Implant, and Quality Control teams.
  • Maintain daily production goals while consistently meeting laboratory quality standards.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned based on laboratory needs.

Qualifications:
  • Active Certified Dental Technician (CDT) certification is mandatory.
  • Previous experience as a Porcelain Ceramist or Dental Laboratory Technician.
  • Strong hands-on experience with porcelain layering, staining, glazing, contouring, and shade matching.
  • Strong knowledge of dental anatomy, morphology, occlusion, ceramic materials, and esthetics.
  • Experience working with zirconia, e.max/lithium disilicate, layered porcelain, crowns, bridges, and implant restorations.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality restorations.
  • Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with other laboratory departments.
  • Ability to consistently meet production expectations without compromising quality.