Kaiser Permanente·Salem, Oregon
Provide support to dental assistants and providers by maintaining a sterile and aseptic environment. Responsibilities include sterilizing instruments, cleaning clinical equipment, and managing dental lab cases.
Under the direct supervision of the Dental Office Manager of Clinical Services Supervisor, provide support to dental assistants and providers in maintaining a sterile and aseptic environment in the assigned dental office.
Sterilize and process/store dental instruments in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines. Weekly Biological monitoring. Maintenance of sterilization equipment in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Clean sterilization and other clinical equipment, including operations, operatory equipment and handpieces, in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines and the manufacturers recommendations. Mix disinfectant solutions. Assist in restocking operatories after patients use in accordance with established guidelines. Receive and ship dental lab cases. Verify accuracy of mailing slips with cases. Pour impressions and trim models. Clean lab cases and laboratory equipment in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines. Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory. Assist in cleaning operatories after patients use in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines, under the direction of the provider or dental assistant. Monitor shipment and receipt of handpieces for routine maintenance. Order/replace secondary hazard communication container labels as needed. Participate in the confirmation calling process. Enter/receive selected information into/from the Programs automated dental information system, such as Perio charting. Participate in maintaining an adequate inventory of dental instruments and supplies within the assigned dental office. Conforms with established dress code and takes appropriate precautions to protect clothing from soiling and contamination, consistent with established infection control guidelines. Perform other duties as assigned by the office manager or supervisory personnel that are consistent with the individuals training and experience in an active and cooperative manner.
Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment and practices. Two (2) years experience working with Dental care professionals in a high-volume environment. Two (2) years experience with infection control and safety programs. Previous KP work experience and thorough knowledge of KP organizational structure.
Variable Saturday Days and Time variable. Travel North Lancaster and Keizer Station dental offices.
Requires a high school diploma or GED and must be at least 18 years old. Candidates must be able to pass a biological monitoring competency exam and lift up to 25 pounds.
Market context
In Oregon, dental positions are typically competitive where practices need clinicians who can combine strong patient care with current licensure and flexibility to travel as required. Roles like this often stand out because they require a DMD, DDS, or BDS, plus maintained credentials such as Nitrous Oxide certification, while offering benefits like dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, and an EAP. Review the travel expectations and licensure details carefully before applying; this platform AI-summarizes requirements and benefits from the original job description so you can assess fit faster.