What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Dental Sterilization Tech/Hygiene Assistant NW Portland position at Pettygrove Dental?
We are a long-established private General Dentistry Practice located in the NW alphabet district looking for a friendly, professional, hard-working sterilization tech to join our team between now and June 2025. We are open to training to right candidate. We have an individual who is finishing school and will start with us in June, and have an immediate need for a temporary support staff. This opportunity would be perfect for someone interested in a career in medicine or dentistry.
We are a quality and relationship focused dental practice with a friendly and engaging patient population. Due the the nature of the position, Hep B Vaccination is a requirement for this position.
We are looking for someone with a flexible schedule and who is a team player. Our staff works hard, but also enjoys the ability to take time off when needed. We value a happy work environment, and are looking for someone with a positive outlook. We anticipate regular hours between 28-35 hours/week.
We are a two-dentist office, with typically 2-3 hygienists, 2-3 assistants, and 2 front desk staff in the office most days. We enjoy providing a spectrum of dental services including, crowns, fillings, implant restorations, and Invisalign. Both doctors are also trained in Botox and dermal fillers.
This position is meant to support the dental assistants and dental hygienists in our office. Hourly rate is dependent on experience.
Duties will include:
-greeting and seating patients
-assistance with charting software
-taking blood pressure
-set-up and clean-up of operatories
-sterilization of instruments
-laundering lab coats and scrubs
-organization and inventory of supplies
We offer competitive pay and benefits including paid holidays, vacation, medical and 401k contributions. Dental care is included for employees and immediate family. We will provide parking permits to employees who drive to work.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25
