Cleans, disinfects, packages, and sterilizes dental and surgical instruments in accordance with regulatory and hospital policies and procedures.
Orders and dispenses dental instruments, equipment, materials, and supplies to dental students and faculty.
Sets up sterile instrument trays for surgical procedures.
Operates cleaners and sterilizers.
Maintains inventory levels and records.
Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, manufacturer, and/or infection control practices. Promotes continuous improvement in workplace safety and environmental practices.
The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.
Physical and Environmental Demands
Time Type:
Full time
FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
No
Pay Class:
Hourly
FTE %:
100
Work Shift:
Day
Benefits Eligibility:
Grant Funded:
No
Job Posting Date:
05/13/2026
Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insurance
Additional Information
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Job Requisition ID:
R00050396
Job Category:
Allied Health
Organization:
SOD - Ambulatory Operations Manager - Undergraduate and Residents Clinical
Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson
Job Title:
DENTAL DISPENSARY ASSISTANT
Job Summary:
To perform a variety of services involved in the cleaning, sterilization, processing, organizing, and distribution of dental equipment, instruments, supplies, and products used in the care and treatment of patients.
Education & Experience
High School Diploma/GED required and one (1) year of related experience preferred.
Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required:
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of equipment and instrument sterilization methods and procedures
Knowledge of basic dental terminology
Interpersonal skills to interact with patients, staff, and superiors
Ability to comply with safety, environmental, manufacturer, and/or infection control practices
Ability to lift heavy objects and work in/around heat, humidity, and noise
Ability to maintain inventory controls and supply levels
Ummc · Jackson, MS