Sterilization Technician

Salt Dental Partners; Grants Pass, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Advanced technology

Mentorship

Job summary

Salt Dental Partners seeks a dental sterilization technician to join our patient-centered team in Grants Pass, OR. You will decontaminate, assemble instrument sets, and manage sterile supplies to support safe, efficient patient care.

Ideal candidates have 1+ years of sterilization experience, strong communication, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced dental environment. This on-site role offers growth opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a dental sterilization technician (preferred).
• Physical ability to transport supplies and equipment.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to manage multiple demands while supporting patient flow.
• Strong team player who supports colleagues as needed.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean all equipment and instruments to ensure sterility.
• Accurately assemble instrument sets based on established count sheets.
• Prepare and package instruments, differentiating steam versus gas sterilization needs.
• Store, deliver, and manage sterile supplies using aseptic technique.
• Evaluate equipment function and report issues for repair or maintenance.
• Clean and sanitize clinical areas between patients and restock treatment rooms.
• Support daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checklists.

Skills

Dental sterilization

Physical stamina

Basic computer skills

Multitasking

Team player

Good communication

Dental terminology

Job description

Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean all equipment and instruments to ensure sterility


• Accurately assemble instrument sets based on established count sheets


• Prepare and package instruments, differentiating steam versus gas sterilization needs


• Store, deliver, and manage sterile supplies using aseptic technique


• Evaluate equipment function and report issues for repair or maintenance


• Clean and sanitize clinical areas between patients and restock treatment rooms


• Support daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checklists

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a dental sterilization technician (preferred)


• Physical ability to transport supplies and equipment


• Basic computer skills


• Able to manage multiple demands while supporting patient flow


• Strong team player who supports colleagues as needed


• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills


• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology (preferred)

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and advanced technology


• Mentorship and career growth opportunities


• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work

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