Dental Assistant, Pediatric Dentistry / Sterilization Technician

Salt Dental Partners; Medford, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners in Medford, OR is seeking a Dental Assistant for pediatric dentistry and sterilization duties. You will support patients and families before, during, and after visits, collaborating with doctors to ensure a consistently positive experience.

Responsibilities include taking radiographs, impressions and intraoral photos; preparing and sterilizing treatment rooms and equipment; and documenting care while maintaining strict sterilization protocols.

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state.
• 6+ months of experience as a dental assistant.
• Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients and families before, during, and after appointments
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
• Document dental care services by charting patient records
• Maintain sterilization protocols and a clean, compliant working environment

Skills

Active license/registration

6+ months experience

Quick learner

Professionalism/confidentiality

Strong communication

Organized/dental terminology

Education

CODA-accredited dental assisting program (preferred)

Job description

Dental Assistant, Pediatric Dentistry / Sterilization Technician

About the Role

Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Greet and support patients and families before, during, and after appointments
• Take and process dental radiographs, impressions, and intraoral photos
• Prepare and sterilize the treatment room and equipment
• Document dental care services by charting patient records
• Maintain sterilization protocols and a clean, compliant working environment

Qualifications

• Active license/registration to practice as a dental assistant, as required by your state
• 6+ months of experience as a dental assistant
• Completion of a CODA accredited dental assisting program (preferred)
• Quick learner with strong problem solving skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and advanced technology
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work

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