Dental Assistant I - South Park Pediatric Dentistry
Compensation
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Job Description
Dental Assistant I – Sterilization
Join Our Team as a Dental Assistant I – Sterilization!
Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient dental environment? Join our growing multi-location pediatric dental practice in the Carolinas, where we are committed to providing exceptional patient care, maintaining the highest standards of infection control, and fostering a supportive team environment.
As a Dental Assistant I – Sterilization, you will play an important role in supporting our clinical team and ensuring instruments, equipment, and treatment areas are properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared for patient care.
With multiple locations throughout Charlotte, Gaston, and Fort Mill, we offer opportunities to work alongside experienced dental professionals in a positive and rewarding setting. We are currently seeking a part-time Dental Assistant I - Sterilization to join our team at South Park Pediatric Dentistry.
In this role, you will play an important part in supporting our clinical team by ensuring instruments and treatment areas are properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared for patient care while maintaining our high standards for safety and infection control.
Schedule
- Part time, hours will be based on business needs
- Monday–Friday
What You’ll Do
- Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments according to established infection control protocols
- Operate and maintain sterilization equipment and properly document sterilization processes
- Prepare and organize instruments and supplies for dental procedures
- Maintain sterilization areas in a clean, organized, and sanitary condition
- Monitor inventory levels of instruments, sterilization supplies, and other clinical materials
- Ensure sterilized instruments are properly stored and readily available for clinical use
- Follow all OSHA, CDC, and practice infection control guidelines
- Assist clinical team members with room turnover and operatory preparation as needed
- Maintain accurate sterilization and infection control records
- Identify and report equipment or sterilization concerns promptly
- Support the dental team in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient clinical environment
- Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to assist across practice locations as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Completion of an accredited Dental Assisting program or school.
- Must have the following certifications: X-Ray/Radiology, Sterilization, and Infection Control.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Previous dental assisting or sterilization experience preferred
- Knowledge of dental instruments and infection control procedures preferred
- Understanding of OSHA and infection control standards
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow established procedures consistently
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Dependable, punctual, and safety-focused
- Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Strong communication skills
- Bilingual is a plus!
What We Offer
- Growth opportunities within a supportive and friendly team
- Travel stipend
Join us in creating a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for our patients and team! Apply today and become a valued member of our growing practice.
Key Responsibilities
The Dental Assistant will be responsible for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing dental instruments while maintaining strict infection control protocols. They will also support the clinical team by preparing treatment areas and managing inventory levels for clinical materials.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed an accredited Dental Assisting program and hold certifications in X-Ray/Radiology, Sterilization, and Infection Control. A BLS certification is required, and previous dental assisting experience is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dental Assisting Career Context
Piedmont Dental Specialists holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 76/100, 5 active listings.
The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Dental Assistant I - South Park Pediatric Dentistry at Piedmont Dental Specialists a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Dental Assistant — ranked against 342 active Dental Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
