Dental Sterilization Technician & Chairside Assistant

San Ysidro Health; Escondido, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health care

Job summary

San Ysidro Health is seeking a Sterilization Operator who will also perform dental assistant duties to support clinic patient flow. The role emphasizes efficient sterilization of instruments and safe infection control practices to protect patients and staff.

The candidate should have a Dental Assistant Program, 1 year of related experience, and certifications in CPR and radiation safety, with EPIC and Dexis experience preferred. This is a full-time position with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in dental assisting and/or dental sterilization.
• Dental Assistant Program completed.
• Dental Assistant Certification, Radiation safety, CPR.
• Clear verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation of patient records and documentation.
• Prepare reports on sterilization cycles and maintenance.
• Assist dentist chairside and support four-handed dentistry.
• Perform weekly spore tests and log results with signatures.
• Maintain instrument workflows, inventory, and sterilization equipment.
• Ensure infection control standards are followed throughout the clinic.

Skills

Dental assisting

Dental sterilization

Communication skills

Education

Dental Assistant Program

Tools

EPIC knowledge

Dexis experience

Job description

San Ysidro Health is seeking a Sterilization Operator who will also perform dental assistant duties to support clinic patient flow. The role emphasizes efficient sterilization of instruments and safe infection control practices to protect patients and staff.

The candidate should have a Dental Assistant Program, 1 year of related experience, and certifications in CPR and radiation safety, with EPIC and Dexis experience preferred. This is a full-time position with generous benefits.