Dental Sterilization Tech & Chairside Support

Waterfall Community Health Center; North Bend (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterfall Community Health Center is seeking a Dental Assistant/ Sterilization Tech to support a team-based, patient-centered dental clinic. The role focuses on sterilization, basic chairside assistance, and infectious control, serving insured and uninsured clients with barriers to access.

The position requires maintaining instrument and equipment logs, operating an EMR, and assisting clinicians as needed. Emphasis is on accuracy, speed, and adherence to clinic protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CSPD certification is a plus.
• Experience in dental sterilization and infection control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and participate in the sterilization process of dental instruments and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe sterilization area.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize all dental instruments according to protocols.
• Report equipment issues to the Dental Director.
• Set up and turnover operatory rooms between patients, including instruments and supplies.
• Keep logs for sterilization activities, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
• Assist Dental Hygienist and front office staff as needed.
• Adhere to Waterfall Community Health Center mission and values.

Skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Computers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CSPD certification (preferred)

Tools

EMR software

MS Office

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Waterfall Community Health Center is seeking a Dental Assistant/ Sterilization Tech to support a team-based, patient-centered dental clinic. The role focuses on sterilization, basic chairside assistance, and infectious control, serving insured and uninsured clients with barriers to access.

The position requires maintaining instrument and equipment logs, operating an EMR, and assisting clinicians as needed. Emphasis is on accuracy, speed, and adherence to clinic protocols.