What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Sterilization Technician — Start a Career in Dentistry | Full Benefits | Will Train position at Promenade Dental Care?
Looking for a way into dentistry? No experience needed — we'll train you.
Promenade Dental Care is a growing, woman-owned private practice in Fair Lawn, Bergen County looking for a Sterilization Technician. You'll learn how a high-end dental office runs from the inside out — and for the right person, this role is a real entry point into a career in dentistry, with room to grow.
Already have your X-ray license and thinking about becoming a dental assistant? This role will give you the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of a modern dental practice and grow from there.
What you get:
- Competitive hourly pay weekly office-wide performance bonus
- Subsidized health insurance
- 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing
- Paid holidays and vacation time
- Monday through Friday, daytime hours only — your evenings and weekends are yours
- A modern, well-equipped office with a team that actually likes working together
- Hands-on training and a genuine path forward in dentistry
What you'll be doing:
You'll keep the office moving. You'll learn every instrument we use and how to properly clean, package, and sterilize them. You'll keep every treatment room stocked, disinfected, and ready for the next patient. And when the schedule picks up, you'll help get patients seated and ready for treatment.
- Cleaning, packaging, and sterilizing dental instruments
- Breaking down and setting up treatment rooms between patients
- Stocking operatories with supplies and materials
- Managing sterilization inventory and flagging supply needs
- Laundry and sharps disposal
It's a defined role with clear responsibilities — and when you do it well, the whole office runs better.
What we're looking for:
- Reliable and punctual — if you're not here, rooms back up and the whole team feels it
- Detail-oriented — sterilization means doing it right every time, not just getting through a list
- Comfortable on your feet all day in a clinical environment
- Someone who wants to understand why things are done a certain way, not just follow steps
Helpful but not required:
- Healthcare, veterinary, or dental office experience
- NJ dental X-ray license
- Hospital sterile processing experience
About us:
Promenade Dental Care is a high-end family practice. The team is tight-knit, supportive, and drama-free. We invest in good equipment, good people, and doing good work.
Questions? Reach out — we're happy to talk.
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Profit sharing
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Uniform allowance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22