Entry-Level Sterilization Tech – Path to Dental Assistant

Stafford Oral Surgery & Specialists; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus potential

Job summary

Stafford Oral Surgery & Specialists in Stafford, Virginia, is looking for an entry-level Sterilization Technician. The role involves cleaning, sterilizing, and organizing instruments, supporting the clinical team as a floater, and ensuring a smooth workflow throughout the day.

No prior dental experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided, with opportunities to grow into a Dental Assistant role as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• No prior dental experience required; on-the-job training provided.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Interest in learning and growing within the dental field.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform instrument cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization according to OSHA and infection-control standards.
• Inspect instruments for cleanliness before packaging and sterilization.
• Properly package and prepare instruments for sterilization.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and properly stocked sterilization area.
• Monitor and restock clinical supplies and notify when supplies are running low.
• Prepare and organize instruments and supplies for patient care
• Support the Oral Surgery team as a floater and assist with clinical flow as needed.
• Provide backup support with seating and preparing patients for appointments.
• Clean, disinfect, and turnover treatment rooms between patients.
• Assist Dental Assistants and clinical team members as needed.
• Follow all office safety, OSHA, infection-control, and sterilization procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Patient interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Stafford Oral Surgery & Specialists in Stafford, Virginia, is looking for an entry-level Sterilization Technician. The role involves cleaning, sterilizing, and organizing instruments, supporting the clinical team as a floater, and ensuring a smooth workflow throughout the day.

No prior dental experience is required; on-the-job training will be provided, with opportunities to grow into a Dental Assistant role as you gain experience.