Dental Hygiene Assistant​/Sterilization Tech

Dental Hygiene Assistant / Sterilization Technician

Lifetime Dental Care Virginia is looking for a Dental Sterilization Technician/Hygiene Assistant who is kind‑hearted, reliable, and detail‑oriented. If you love working behind the scenes to keep patients safe and enjoy supporting hygienists and clinical team members, this role may be a perfect fit for you!

• Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments according to OSHA and CDC standards
• Operate autoclaves and maintain sterilization logs and spore testing records
• Maintain organized instrument flow and sterile storage areas
• Ensure treatment rooms are properly stocked and turned over efficiently
• Monitor supplies and alert team when reordering is needed

• Assist hygienists with room setup and breakdown
• Prepare patients and rooms for hygiene appointments
• Provide patient education
• Clinical charting
• Coronal polishing
• Support patient comfort and flow during busy schedules
• Help maintain cleanliness and organization in hygiene areas

• Warm, friendly, and team‑oriented attitude
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Dependable and able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to follow protocols and infection control standards
• Dental or medical office experience preferred (but willing to train the right candidate!)

• Training and growth opportunities
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Consistent schedule
• A team that truly values your role and contributions
• 401(k), health care, paid vacations

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Dentists