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Sterilization Technician/Dental Assistant I presso Cabarrus Health Alliance

Cabarrus Health Alliance · Kannapolis, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite

$35,360.00  -  $39,520.00

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Hours: Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week 

Benefits: The benefits package includes excellent employer paid health insurance with low out of pocket cost, retirement pension (NC Local Government Retirement System), 401(k) with match, dental, vision, life, disability, paid vacation, paid sick, 13 paid holidays, floating holiday, new hires start out with two vacation and sick days and begin accruing immediately, paid parental leave, paid volunteer hours, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, longevity pay, wellness allowance and more. (Benefits differ for part time employees). Prior local and state government years of service count toward calculating vacation accrual rate! 

The Sterilization Technician supports the dental team and contributes to high-quality patient care in a community-focused setting by maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients and staff by sterilizing and disinfecting dental instruments and equipment as well as ensuring clinical areas meet infection control standards. The Technician will provide direct support to the clinical staff in a public health setting. 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Operate and maintain sterilization equipment, including autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and instrument washers 
  • Disinfect and sterilize instruments, surfaces, and equipment in compliance with CDC, OSHA, and agency guidelines 
  • Maintain instruments and equipment within operatories and report any shortage of supplies, malfunction or safety concerns 
  • Accurate and efficient patient record keeping 
  • Perform Dental Assistant I procedures as appropriate to clinical protocol and according to regulations of the NC Board of Dentistry 

Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent. Any combination of education and experience that meets Sterilization Technician and Dental Assistant I criteria according to the NC State Board of Dental Examiners. Fluency in Spanish and English preferred. 

License: Current CPR certification. NC Dental Radiology certification preferred. NC S.P.I.C.E certification preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

  • Knowledge of dental specific CDC and OSHA guidelines 
  • Must have basic computer word processing skills 

Our Mission

To improve individual and community health through services, education, and collaborative action.

Our Vision

We envision a thriving community where people make healthy choices in healthy environments.

CHA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.

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