Part-Time Dental Sterilization Assistant I – Growth

Piedmont Dental Specialists; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities within a friendly

Job summary

Piedmont Dental Specialists in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Dental Assistant I – Sterilization for a part-time role. You will support our clinical team by ensuring instruments and treatment areas are properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared for patient care while upholding infection control standards.

The position requires completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program with X-Ray/Radiology, Sterilization, and Infection Control certifications, plus Basic Life Support.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program or school.
• Must hold X-Ray/Radiology, Sterilization, and Infection Control certifications.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments according to infection control protocols.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment and document processes.
• Prepare and organize instruments and supplies for dental procedures.
• Maintain sterilization areas in a clean and sanitary condition.
• Monitor inventory of instruments and sterilization supplies.
• Ensure sterilized instruments are stored properly for clinical use.
• Follow OSHA and infection control guidelines.
• Assist with room turnover and operatory preparation.
• Maintain sterilization and infection control records.
• Identify and report sterilization concerns promptly.
• Support the dental team in a safe, efficient environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility to assist across locations as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Bilingual (Spanish/English) optional

Education

Accredited Dental Assisting program

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Piedmont Dental Specialists in Charlotte, NC, is seeking a Dental Assistant I – Sterilization for a part-time role. You will support our clinical team by ensuring instruments and treatment areas are properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared for patient care while upholding infection control standards.

The position requires completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program with X-Ray/Radiology, Sterilization, and Infection Control certifications, plus Basic Life Support.