Dental Technician Jobs in Virginia
Dental Technician jobs in Virginia are concentrated in the Northern Virginia and Richmond corridors, with a growing cluster in the Hampton Roads region, where dental labs serve dense networks of private practices, military dental clinics, and hospital-based oral surgery programs. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include DentaQuest, Aspen Dental, and the Defense Health Agency, which operates facilities across the Northern Virginia and Tidewater areas. The most in-demand specialties are crown and bridge fabrication, CAD/CAM milling, and removable prosthetics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Starting Pay: $20.00/hour
Pay after Training: $25.00/hour
NUVIA DENTAL IMPLANT CENTER - Entry Level Bilingual Dental Lab Technician Needed!
Don't miss out on this opportunity and become part of a great growing company!
This position requires 2 months of hands-on paid training. Training will take place at our lab in Salt Lake City, UT. Travel expenses will be covered for the duration of your training, such as flights, living accommodations, and transportation. Are you ready to get started?! Great Competitive Pay and Benefits, receive PTO within 30 Days of Employment!
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability Insurances
- Paid Training
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental/Bereavement Leave
- 401k match
- Employee Assistance
You will report directly to the Center Manager. Nuvia Dental is growing rapidly and having very high-rate reviews! We want to keep the momentum going! If you like helping change lives, this job is for you!
Responsibilities:
- We are hiring an Articulator. This is a daytime position. Shifts are from 11am to 7:30pm, Monday - Friday.
- Review the schedule and familiarize yourself with your assigned cases for the day to prevent any confusion.
- Perform the required QC to all records received from the Office (Pick-up, models, bite registrations, etc.).
- Maintain great communication with the Central manager and the office team if necessary.
- Train new SML MKRs when necessary with a great attitude.
- Perform the required equipment maintenance whenever it is needed to preserve the life of work tools and equipment.
- Conduct scanner calibration every week, perform maintenance and update the software.
- Be willing to lift weight (nothing excessive, build, organize, and open boxes that may include chairs, tables, work tools, etc.)
- Use the proper work tools and safety equipment to properly conduct your work.
Requirements:
- Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Be willing to work overnight or during the day if needed.
- Professional presentation, following Nuvia dress code.
- You will be traveling to the closest center for on-site training.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Starting Pay: $20.00/hour
Pay after Training: $25.00/hour
NUVIA DENTAL IMPLANT CENTER - Entry Level Bilingual Dental Lab Technician Needed!
Don't miss out on this opportunity and become part of a great growing company!
This position requires 2 months of hands-on paid training. Training will take place at our lab in Salt Lake City, UT. Travel expenses will be covered for the duration of your training, such as flights, living accommodations, and transportation. Are you ready to get started?! Great Competitive Pay and Benefits, receive PTO within 30 Days of Employment!
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long/Short Term Disability Insurances
- Paid Training
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental/Bereavement Leave
- 401k match
- Employee Assistance
You will report directly to the Center Manager. Nuvia Dental is growing rapidly and having very high-rate reviews! We want to keep the momentum going! If you like helping change lives, this job is for you!
Responsibilities:
- We are hiring an Articulator. This is a daytime position. Shifts are from 11am to 7:30pm, Monday - Friday.
- Review the schedule and familiarize yourself with your assigned cases for the day to prevent any confusion.
- Perform the required QC to all records received from the Office (Pick-up, models, bite registrations, etc.).
- Maintain great communication with the Central manager and the office team if necessary.
- Train new SML MKRs when necessary with a great attitude.
- Perform the required equipment maintenance whenever it is needed to preserve the life of work tools and equipment.
- Conduct scanner calibration every week, perform maintenance and update the software.
- Be willing to lift weight (nothing excessive, build, organize, and open boxes that may include chairs, tables, work tools, etc.)
- Use the proper work tools and safety equipment to properly conduct your work.
Requirements:
- Must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Be willing to work overnight or during the day if needed.
- Professional presentation, following Nuvia dress code.
- You will be traveling to the closest center for on-site training.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Dental Technician Job Market in Virginia
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What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in dental technician jobs across Virginia.
- Active NBC registration or eligibility, recognized by Virginia dental labs and dental employers
- Hands-on experience with CAD/CAM systems such as CEREC or 3Shape
- Proficiency in crown and bridge fabrication using porcelain and zirconia materials
- Associate degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited dental technology program
- Familiarity with removable partial and full denture design and processing
- Ability to read and interpret dental prescriptions and case notes accurately
Dental Technician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a dental technician in Virginia?
Virginia does not issue a state-specific license for dental technicians, so employers rely on national credentials and education. The most recognized path is completing an Associate of Applied Science in Dental Technology from an ADA Commission on Dental Accreditation program, then sitting for the Dental Technician Certification exam administered by the National Board for Certification in Dental Laboratory Technology. Holding NBC credentials signals verified competency to Virginia hiring labs and dental practices.
Which companies hire dental technicians in Virginia?
Virginia dental technician roles are posted by Arminco, Artisan Lab USA, and The Foleck Center and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's high concentration of federal and military dental facilities in the Northern Virginia and Hampton Roads areas means government contractors and defense health employers are also consistent sources of full-time openings.
Which Virginia cities have the most dental technician jobs?
Hampton, Sterling, and Annandale post the most dental technician openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's proximity to federal agencies and large dental service organizations drives the bulk of postings, while Richmond's anchor hospital systems and private group practices sustain steady demand, and Hampton Roads openings are largely tied to military and defense health dental programs.
Are there remote dental technician jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of dental technician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects how hands-on the work is since fabricating crowns, dentures, and prosthetics requires physical lab equipment. The narrow slice of remote work tends to involve case design, digital scanning review, or CAD/CAM design tasks that can be performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a dental technician in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a dental lab assistant or dental technician trainee role at a commercial lab, which is how most working technicians in Virginia start. Large group practice networks and hospital-affiliated dental departments in the Richmond and Northern Virginia markets regularly bring on entry-level candidates willing to learn on the job. Enrolling in or completing coursework from an ADA-accredited program, even if unfinished, and building a small portfolio of student casework strengthens an application considerably. Lateral moves from dental assisting roles, where candidates already understand lab prescriptions and materials, are also a recognized entry point.
Where can I find and apply to dental technician jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to dental technician jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across commercial labs, dental group practices, hospital dental departments, and government-affiliated facilities. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to each one.
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