Dental Sterilization Assistant

Are you someone who enjoys staying active and thrives in a fast-paced environment?

Irwin Dental Center is seeking a motivated, dependable Sterilization Assistant to join our outstanding team. This position plays a vital role in keeping our practice running smoothly while supporting exceptional patient care and offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and cross-training within our practice.

What You’ll Do:

Clean, sterilize, package, and organize dental instruments while adhering to strict infection control protocol

Maintain sterilization equipment and ensure proper infection control protocols are followed

Help maintain a clean, organized, and efficient clinical environment

Assist with operatory turnover between patients and stock with necessary supplies

Support our hygiene department and hygiene assistant as needed. This will include charting and taking digital xrays

Back up chair-side assistants as needed which may include covering vacations or a sick day

Contribute to a positive, collaborative team atmosphere

Qualifications:

· Current Dental Assistant Registration (required)

· Dental experience or knowledge preferred, but we are willing to train the right individual

· Ability to stand and move throughout the day

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

· Dependable with a positive attitude and excellent work ethic

· Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

· Willingness to learn and grow professionally

What We Offer:

We believe in taking care of our team just as we care for our patients. Our competitive benefits package includes:

· Competitive pay

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Time Off (PTO)

· 401(k) with employer match

· Medical insurance

· Uniform allowance

· In-house dental benefits

· Opportunities for continued learning and career advancement

· A supportive, fun, and collaborative work environment

This position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and cross-training within our practice. We work hard, pride ourselves on providing excellent patient care, laugh often and truly value creating a great experience for our patients!

Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Dental office • Maintaining an organized workspace • Preparing dental treatment areas • Medical instrument assembly and packaging (sterile processing) • BLS Certification • Paid holidays • Full-time • Assisting medical staff • Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise • Health insurance • Preparing medical treatment area • Dental insurance • Paid time off • Packaging • Registered Dental Assistant • Dental x-ray • Uniform allowance • Organizational skills • Dental equipment • Stocking • 401(k) matching • In-person • Patient charting • Clean workspace maintenance • Ability to stand for extended periods • Surface decontamination • Opportunities for advancement • Entry level • Paid sick time