Dental Assistant/ Sterilization Tech

Chairside Dental Assisting

• Assist the dentist during a variety of dental procedures
• Prepare treatment rooms and set up instruments and materials for procedures
• Provide chairside assistance while anticipating the dentist’s needs
• Take dental X-rays and intraoral photographs as permitted by certification and training
• Perform coronal polishing, sealants, impressions, and other expanded duties as qualified
• Assist with nitrous oxide procedures as trained and certified
• Maintain accurate and organized digital dental records and clinical notes
• Assist with basic laboratory tasks, including pouring models and fabricating bleaching trays, retainers, and mouthguards
• Manage incoming and outgoing laboratory cases
• Provide a welcoming and positive experience for patients
• Communicate treatment information and assist patients with questions about their care

Sterilization & Infection Control

• Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments according to office protocols and current infection-control standards
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment
• Properly load and unload sterilizers
• Maintain sterilization logs and required monitoring records
• Perform and document sterilizer monitoring and biological testing as required
• Maintain an organized and well-stocked sterilization area
• Properly store and rotate sterilized instruments
• Disinfect treatment rooms and clinical surfaces between patients
• Maintain appropriate levels of sterilization and clinical supplies
• Assist with routine cleaning and maintenance of dental equipment
• Follow OSHA, CDC, and office infection-control protocols
• Ensure instruments and treatment areas are properly prepared for each patient

Additional Office Responsibilities

• Assist front office staff with scheduling and patient communication when needed
• Assist with receiving payments and other basic front-office duties as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment
• Work cooperatively with the entire dental team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Previous chairside dental assisting experience preferred
• Two or more years of dental assisting experience is preferred
• Current X-ray certification and coronal polishing certification preferred
• Nitrous oxide and sealant certifications are a plus
• Strong attention to detail, particularly regarding sterilization and infection control
• Highly motivated and dependable
• Friendly, professional, and compassionate with patients
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn new skills and procedures
• Commitment to continued professional development
• Pediatric dental experience is a plus
• Experience with Eaglesoft or other dental practice management software is a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Safety equipment provided
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person