Neil Dirickson
Tulsa
Summary
After 31 years in the dental laboratory profession, I am seeking to transition to a part-time position as a driver for Enterprise. Actively exploring flexible scheduling options, committed to being a trustworthy addition to driving team at Enterprise.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Technician
International Dental Arts
Tulsa
02.2017 - 09.2025
- Strong communication skills required for effectively interacting with colleagues and patients alike.
- Performed pick-up and delivery duties to area dental offices as needed.
- Skilled in the use of dental laboratory equipment including lathes, grinders, presses and vacuum forming machines.
- Adaptable team player who is willing to assist others whenever needed during busy shifts.
- Familiar with digital imaging systems used to create 3D models of teeth for accurate fabrication of restoration devices.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail when handling sensitive medical records.
- Knowledgeable in the selection of materials for various types of dentures, crowns, bridges and other dental appliances.
- Operated hand and power tools to polish and shape appliances.
- Trained in proper safety procedures related to handling hazardous chemicals and materials.
- Adept at reading and interpreting prescriptions from dentists to ensure accuracy when fabricating custom-made restorations.
- Capable of efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Fabricated dental prosthetics using advanced CAD/CAM technology and traditional methods.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in training new technicians on tools and production processes.
- Developed custom shades for porcelain restorations to match patient requirements.
- Managed inventory of materials and supplies for efficient laboratory operations.
- Communicated effectively with team members to streamline workflow and project timelines.
- Worked closely with other technicians to ensure that all orders were completed accurately within time constraints.
- Assisted in the design of crowns, bridges, veneers, and other types of restorations.
- Organized inventories of supplies needed for daily operations such as impression trays and lab materials.
- Created artificial teeth by bonding porcelain to metal, producing attractive and durable dental work.
- Matched appearance of natural teeth by applying stains and glazes to restorations.
- Applied porcelain stains onto ceramic restorations to achieve desired coloration effects.
- Loaded newly constructed teeth into porcelain furnaces to bake onto metal framework.
Dental Technician
Dave's Crown & Bridge, Inc.
Tulsa
03.1994 - 09.2016
- Strong communication skills required for effectively interacting with colleagues and patients alike.
- Skilled in the use of dental laboratory equipment including lathes, grinders, presses and vacuum forming machines.
- Resourceful problem solver able to troubleshoot issues quickly without compromising quality standards.
- Operated hand and power tools to polish and shape appliances.
- Adept at reading and interpreting prescriptions from dentists to ensure accuracy when fabricating custom-made restorations.
- Capable of efficiently managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Proficient in dental prosthetics fabrication and repair techniques, such as waxing, casting, polishing, and finishing.
- Expertise in utilizing porcelain staining techniques to match natural teeth coloration.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - COMMUNICATIONS, ENGLISH
University of Tulsa
Tulsa12.1993
Skills
- Clean driving record
- Traffic law adherence
- Dependability and punctuality
- Computer proficiency
Languages
- German
- Spanish, Conversational, University of Tulsa
- German, Beginner, University of Tulsa
Timeline
Dental Technician
International Dental Arts
02.2017 - 09.2025
Dental Technician
Dave's Crown & Bridge, Inc.
03.1994 - 09.2016
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.) - COMMUNICATIONS, ENGLISH
University of Tulsa