Dental Sterilization Tech — Impact Rural Healthcare

CommWell; Dunn (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Matching

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Growth

Job summary

CommWell Health is hiring a Dental Assistant to join a rural NC team dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care for decades. Responsibilities include preparing trays, operating sterilization equipment, ensuring sterility, and assisting clinicians during exams while maintaining OSHA-compliant environments.

Travel to other CommWell sites may be required. Required certifications include DA I/II, radiography, infection control, and BLS, plus a valid NC driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• DA I or DA II certification required.
• Dental Assistant Certification required.
• Radiography certification required.
• Infection Control/Sterilization certification required.
• Medical Emergencies Dental Office certification required.
• Coronal Polishing certification required.
• Valid NC driver's license required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare trays with standard dental equipment for patient turnover.
• Operate, monitor, and clean sterilization equipment.
• Perform infection control tests to maintain sterility.
• Sterilize and disinfect instruments following ADA protocols.
• Follow OSHA guidelines and assist during examinations.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist dental staff during exams.
• Clean and sterilize instruments, manage expiration labeling and stock checks.
• Maintain exam rooms and treatment areas; assist with cross-site training.
• Travel to other CommWell sites as needed.

Education

High School diploma or GED

DA I or DA II

Dental Assistant Certification

Radiography (X-Ray) Certification

Infection Control/Sterilization Certification

Medical Emergencies Dental Office Certification

Coronal Polishing Certification

Current NC Driver’s License

BLS Certificate (American Red Cross or American Heart Association)

Job description

CommWell Health is hiring a Dental Assistant to join a rural NC team dedicated to compassionate, patient-centered care for decades. Responsibilities include preparing trays, operating sterilization equipment, ensuring sterility, and assisting clinicians during exams while maintaining OSHA-compliant environments.

Travel to other CommWell sites may be required. Required certifications include DA I/II, radiography, infection control, and BLS, plus a valid NC driver’s license.