Dental Sterilization Technician

Wallace; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

PTO

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Flexible/Dependent Care Spending

401k Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wallace Dental Clinic in Portland, OR is hiring a Dental Sterilization Technician. The role focuses on sterilizing, setting up, breaking down operatories, and assisting the dental team to maintain our high-quality standards. Training will be provided for chairside support.

The position offers full-time hours, with a 7:30 am–6:30 pm schedule, weekdays only, and benefits including medical, dental & vision insurance, PTO, disability, life insurance, 401k, and more.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No dental clinic experience required.
• Experience working with underserved populations encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and disinfect treatment rooms, tools, and equipment.
• Set up and break down operatories.
• Monitor supplies and inventory.
• Provide basic chairside assistance to the dental team.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Communication

Compassion and cultural sensitivity

Policy and procedures

Reliability

Confidentiality

Bilingual (bonus)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kickstart Your Dental Career as a Dental Sterilization Technician with Wallace!

Are you a recent graduate excited about stepping into the world of dental care? Or maybe you’re just curious to see if dental care is the right career path for you. Well, Wallace Dental Clinic has an incredible opportunity waiting just for you!

Key Details

• Pay: $19.00 - $22.00/hour DOE
• Schedule: Full-time; Monday – Thursday; between 7:30 am – 6:30 pm (no weekends!)
• Location: 18633 SE Stark St., Suite 401 – Portland, OR 97233
• Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance; Paid Time Off; Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance; Life Insurance; AD&D Insurance; Flexible/Dependent Care Spending Accounts; 401k Program; Employee Assistance Program

About Us

At Wallace, we're on a mission to improve the health outcomes of our community. As a not-for-profit Federally Qualified Health Center, we're dedicated to creating a positive impact by delivering high-quality programs based on the best and most progressive practices. We're proud to be deeply rooted in our vibrant, multicultural community, where every individual matters. We believe that true health care extends beyond the confines of an exam room – we're here to support the whole person on their journey to creating a life of good health.

Who You Are

• You bring a positive attitude and a thirst for learning.
• Attention to detail is your middle name.
• You communicate like a pro and thrive in team settings.
• Compassion and cultural sensitivity are your superpowers.
• You're a policy and procedure superstar.
• You're reliable and always up for a challenge.
• Confidentiality is your trusty sidekick.
• Bilingual? That's a bonus!

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• No dental clinic experience is required!
• Experience working with underserved populations? We want to meet you!

Your Role

As a Dental Sterilization Technician, you'll play a vital role behind the scenes, ensuring our dental team has the cleanest, safest tools and equipment to work their magic. Your mission? To sterilize, set up, break down, and assist chairside as needed. Plus, you'll be a crucial part of maintaining our high-quality standards!

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Sterilize and disinfect treatment rooms, tools, and equipment. (Yes, it's like magic!)
• Set up and break down operatories (Think of it as your mini dental stage!)
• Keep a close eye on supplies and inventory. (You're the guardian of our dental treasure!)
• Be a friendly face, providing basic chairside assistance to our fantastic dental team. (We'll teach you the ropes!)

Wallace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the power of communities to transform their health.Weembrace diversity and inclusion in a serious way because we know that it makes us stronger. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.