Dental Sterilization Aide, Skyline Dental Office (On-Call, Days)

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Northwest is seeking a Dental Office Support role at Skyline Dental Offices in Salem, OR. The candidate will assist dental providers, maintain a sterile environment, and support lab and operatory operations in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities include instrument processing, restocking operatories, handling dental lab cases, and ensuring infection control guidelines are followed. Physical requirements include lifting up to 25 pounds and standing for several hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to pass a competency exam (Biological Monitors) within 30 days of hire/transfer.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand for up to four hours at a time.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and process/store instruments per Infection Control Guidelines, include weekly Biological monitoring and maintenance of sterilization equipment.
• Assist in restocking operatories, receive/ship dental lab cases, pour impressions and trim models, and clean lab equipment per Infection Control Guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, orderly laboratory and assist in cleaning operatories; monitor shipments of handpieces and perform routine maintenance; enter data in the dental information system.

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Independent work

Physically fit

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Dental Office Manager of Clinical Services Supervisor, provide support to dental assistants and providers in maintaining a sterile and aseptic environment in the assigned dental office.

• Sterilize and process/store dental instruments in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines. Weekly Biological monitoring. Maintenance of sterilization equipment in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Clean sterilization and other clinical equipment, including operations, operatory equipment and handpieces, in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines and the manufacturers recommendations. Mix disinfectant solutions.
• Assist in restocking operatories after patients use in accordance with established guidelines. Receive and ship dental lab cases. Verify accuracy of mailing slips with cases. Pour impressions and trim models. Clean lab cases and laboratory equipment in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines. Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory. Assist in cleaning operatories after patients use in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines, under the direction of the provider or dental assistant. Monitor shipment and receipt of handpieces for routine maintenance. Order/replace secondary hazard communication container labels as needed. Participate in the confirmation calling process. Enter/receive selected information into/from the Programs automated dental information system, such as Perio charting. Participate in maintaining an adequate inventory of dental instruments and supplies within the assigned dental office. Conforms with established dress code and takes appropriate precautions to protect clothing from soiling and contamination, consistent with established infection control guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the office manager or supervisory personnel that are consistent with the individual's training and experience in an active and cooperative manner.

Experience

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

N/A

Additional Requirements

• Ability to uphold applicable infection control guidelines at all times to maintain patient safety.
• Ability to pass competency exam (Biological Monitors) at 85% within 30 days of hire/transfer.
• Ability to work in a complex high activity environment.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand for a minimum of four (4) hours at a time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment and practices.
• Two (2) years experience working with Dental care professionals in a high-volume environment.
• Two (2) years experience with infection control and safety programs.
• Previous KP work experience and thorough knowledge of KP organizational structure.

Notes

• Replacement Pool
• The locations included for this position will be Skyline Dental, North Lancaster Dental and Keizer Station Dental.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

Primary Location

Oregon,Salem,Skyline Dental Offices

Scheduled Weekly Hours

1

Shift

Day

Workdays

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

Working Hours Start

07:00 AM

Working Hours End

06:00 PM

Job Schedule

Call-in/On-Call

Job Type

Standard

Worker Location

Onsite

Employee Status

Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation

W06|SEIU|Local 49

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Department

Skyline Dental - Dental Office - 1008

Pay Range

$23.15 - $28.18 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel

Yes, 100 % of the Time

Work Setting

Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.