Sterilization/Lab Assistant

Smile Doctors Affiliate; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short & long-term disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Brace discounts

Job summary

Portage Orthodontics in Portage, MI is seeking a Sterilization and Lab Assistant to join our growing team. You’ll sterilize and prepare equipment, keep treatment areas clean, and support patient care with detailed instructions.

Responsibilities include uploading records, assisting in local marketing events, and cross-training in other support roles as needed. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; dental experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Some dental/orthodontic industry experience helpful but not required

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and prepare equipment per sterilization protocols
• Keep chairs clean, stocked, and organized
• Provide patient care instructions
• Upload records to patient software
• Assist in Local Store Marketing and community events
• Cross-trains in other support positions as necessary

Job description

Looking for a career that makes you smile?Portage Orthodontics is seeking a Sterilization and Lab Assistant to join our growing team.How you’ll make us better:Clean, sterilize, and prepare the equipment and working areas in strict accordance with sterilization/disinfection protocolsKeep chairs clean, stocked, and organizedProvides patient care instructionsPerform laboratory procedures under the general supervision of the OrthodontistUpload records to patient softwareAssist in Local Store Marketing and community eventsCross-trains in other support positions as necessaryPrerequisites for success:High School Diploma or equivalent requiredSome dental/orthodontic industry experience is helpful, but not requiredThe Perks:In exchange for the dynamic contribution you’ll bring to our team, we offer:Competitive salaryMedical, dental, vision and life insuranceShort and long-term disability coverage401(k) plan2 weeks paid time off in your first year + paid holidaysDiscounts on braces and clear aligners for you and your family membersWhy Portage Orthodontics?We exist to love people first, straighten teeth second, and we work hard to maintain a people-first culture and cultivate a fun, encouraging environment.We offer every Team Member the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. We nurture both talents and strengths, building each person’s abilities to help them find success in their career and beyond. We’re looking for passionate, innovative professionals who can join us in changing the way the world smiles.This is the perfect opportunity to grow with an expanding organization! Apply today!