Dental Sterilization Technician - Entry level Dental Assistants Welcome!

Chapa-De Indian Health Program, Inc.; Auburn (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in health care is seeking a dedicated Dental Sterilization Technician to join their dynamic team. This entry-level position is perfect for those new to the dental field or recent graduates from dental assisting programs. As a vital part of the dental team, you will maintain sterilization protocols, prepare instruments, and ensure a safe environment for patient care. With a strong commitment to community health and well-being, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere for professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in health care and eager to develop your skills, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Employer-paid Health Insurance (100% for employees, 80% for dependents)

17 days PTO per year

11 Paid Holidays

8+ Sick Days

Retirement Plan with 6% match

Qualifications

• Required CPR certification and Infection Control Certificate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Maintain instruments and working areas by following sterilization protocols.
• Prepare and arrange instruments, trays, and medications efficiently.

Skills

Infection Control

CPR Certification

Organizational Skills

Patient Care Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of Dental Assisting Program

Tools

Autoclave Equipment

Job description

Dental Sterilization Technician - Entry level Dental Assistants Welcome!

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Job Description
Protecting Smiles Behind the Scenes-Join Chapa-De as a Dental Sterilization Tech!

Pay: $21.00-$24.45

Benefit Highlights

• Employer-paid Health Insurance (medical, dental and vision): 100% for employees and 80% for dependents.
• 17 days PTO per year, 11 Paid Holidays, 8+ Sick Days (1 hour for every 30 hours worked)
• Retirement Plan with 6% match

Sterilization Technician

Our Sterilization Technicians participate in a dynamic team-based environment by providing back-office support to our Dental team and could be a great fit for you, whether you are newer to dental or coming out of dental assisting school. As your confidence builds, you are supported in developing patient care skills that can help you obtain licensure that allows you to grow in responsibilities and compensation.

Job Duties

• Maintain instruments and working areas by staying highly organized and informed on sterilization protocols.
• Efficiently prepare and arrange instruments, trays, medications and required material.
• Accurately perform all tests and maintenance on autoclave equipment.

Qualifications

Required Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, GED.
• Current CPR certification.
• Infection Control Certificate.
• Completion of Dental Assisting Program, Preferred

About Us:

Chapa-De is a non-profit community outpatient health center with a mission to advance the health and well-being of American Indians and low-income individuals living in our communities by providing convenient access to high quality, compassionate care. Clinics located in Auburn, CA and Grass Valley, CA.

Chapa-De recognizes that our strength lies in our people. We are committed to the principles of equal employment and complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws and regulations. It is the intent of Chapa-De to maintain a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, or retaliation. We are dedicated to the fulfillment of this policy in regard to all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, placement transfer, training, promotion, rates of pay, and other compensation, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Chapa-De provides reasonable accommodation to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation. We comply with California Department of Public Health Requirements. This may include, but not limited to, masking during flu season for employees who decline an annual flu vaccine. Preference in filling vacancies will be given to qualified Indian applicants in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, section 472 & 473).

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care