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Surgical Dental Assistant roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Intern program category, depending on your career stage. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, and your host dental practice or surgical facility serves as the training site.
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Who We Are
At Agiliti, we believe every interaction has the power to change a life. We are a nationwide company of passionate medical equipment management experts who proudly serve hospitals and healthcare facilities to ensure quality medical equipment is in the right place at the right time for effective patient care. We value our diversity and celebrate our differences, always seeking diverse backgrounds, ideas and experiences. Make an impact in healthcare and grow your career with Team Agiliti!
DOD SkillBridge Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Repair (SER) Technician Internship
Thank you for your service in the military! Join Agiliti and make a difference in your new career as a Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Repair (SER) Technician in the medical device industry!
DOD SkillBridge Technician Program
Agiliti has created a 4-6 month SkillBridge program for transitioning service members to meet our specific workforce needs. We have successfully matched those needs to the skills and abilities of highly motivated service members. The Instrumentation SER works under the guidance of a qualified experience SER or supervisor.
Key Skills
- Technical and mechanical skills
- Precision repairs of surgical medical instruments
- Ability to determine serviceability and repair requirements of surgical instruments
Training Plan
- Participate in an individualized training plan that meets the soldiers needs and the work at the Agiliti location
- Training is conducted via a mixture of CBT (computer-based training) and OJT (on the job)
- Interns will receive extensive opportunity for hands on experience and will participate in Agiliti’s competency verification program
- Interns will be assigned a mentor at their location
Benefits of our SkillBridge program
- TRAINING: Agiliti's internal training program
- Highly sought after skillset
- Nationwide: multiple locations for relocation
- Hands-on experience in the medical field
- Meaningful work: Precision repairs of surgical medical instruments
- 25% of open positions are filled with internal talent through promotions
The Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Technician I uses technical and mechanical skills to repair surgical medical equipment/instruments within an assigned Modality.
What You Will Learn to Do in This Role
- Inspect, evaluate, and test equipment.
- Disassemble and assemble equipment and instruments and repair as needed, including the removal and/or replacement of defective parts.
- Document all services & testing performed, including all parts needed.
- Maintain work area in good condition and to meet Visual Work Place (VWP) Standards.
- Handle timecard & time off entry, review and submission.
- Perform other tasks as assigned or needed.
What You Will Need for This Role
- High school diploma/GED.
- The ability to sit, stand, lift, bend and stoop often.
- The ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
- The ability to use computer devices and systems as needed.
- The ability to use grinding wheels, soldering irons, sand blasters, Dremel style tools, torches, microscopes, small precision hand tools, magnification tools, tweezers, micro screw drivers, digital calipers and test equipment that require hand-eye coordination.
- Flexibility in work schedule to meet department needs.
- The ability to handle and assemble small parts.
- The ability to repair identified basic equipment models and maintain modality/department standards.
It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti’s investigation of such reports.
You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.
Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental & Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.
Agiliti is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants consistent with state and federal law.
If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruiting@agilitihealth.com.
LOCATION
Primary Job Location: Novi MI - Lab
Job Title:
Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Technician I
Company:
Agiliti
Location City:
Novi
Location State:
Michigan
Job Description:
Who We Are
At Agiliti, we believe every interaction has the power to change a life. We are a nationwide company of passionate medical equipment management experts who proudly serve hospitals and healthcare facilities to ensure quality medical equipment is in the right place at the right time for effective patient care. We value our diversity and celebrate our differences, always seeking diverse backgrounds, ideas and experiences. Make an impact in healthcare and grow your career with Team Agiliti!
DOD SkillBridge Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Repair (SER) Technician Internship
Thank you for your service in the military! Join Agiliti and make a difference in your new career as a Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Repair (SER) Technician in the medical device industry!
DOD SkillBridge Technician Program
Agiliti has created a 4-6 month SkillBridge program for transitioning service members to meet our specific workforce needs. We have successfully matched those needs to the skills and abilities of highly motivated service members. The Instrumentation SER works under the guidance of a qualified experience SER or supervisor.
Key Skills
- Technical and mechanical skills
- Precision repairs of surgical medical instruments
- Ability to determine serviceability and repair requirements of surgical instruments
Training Plan
- Participate in an individualized training plan that meets the soldiers needs and the work at the Agiliti location
- Training is conducted via a mixture of CBT (computer-based training) and OJT (on the job)
- Interns will receive extensive opportunity for hands on experience and will participate in Agiliti’s competency verification program
- Interns will be assigned a mentor at their location
Benefits of our SkillBridge program
- TRAINING: Agiliti's internal training program
- Highly sought after skillset
- Nationwide: multiple locations for relocation
- Hands-on experience in the medical field
- Meaningful work: Precision repairs of surgical medical instruments
- 25% of open positions are filled with internal talent through promotions
The Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Technician I uses technical and mechanical skills to repair surgical medical equipment/instruments within an assigned Modality.
What You Will Learn to Do in This Role
- Inspect, evaluate, and test equipment.
- Disassemble and assemble equipment and instruments and repair as needed, including the removal and/or replacement of defective parts.
- Document all services & testing performed, including all parts needed.
- Maintain work area in good condition and to meet Visual Work Place (VWP) Standards.
- Handle timecard & time off entry, review and submission.
- Perform other tasks as assigned or needed.
What You Will Need for This Role
- High school diploma/GED.
- The ability to sit, stand, lift, bend and stoop often.
- The ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.
- The ability to use computer devices and systems as needed.
- The ability to use grinding wheels, soldering irons, sand blasters, Dremel style tools, torches, microscopes, small precision hand tools, magnification tools, tweezers, micro screw drivers, digital calipers and test equipment that require hand-eye coordination.
- Flexibility in work schedule to meet department needs.
- The ability to handle and assemble small parts.
- The ability to repair identified basic equipment models and maintain modality/department standards.
It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti’s investigation of such reports.
You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.
Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental & Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs.
Agiliti is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants consistent with state and federal law.
If you require assistance with your application, please contact recruiting@agilitihealth.com.
LOCATION
Primary Job Location: Novi MI - Lab
Job Title:
Instrumentation Surgical Equipment Technician I
Company:
Agiliti
Location City:
Novi
Location State:
Michigan
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Surgical Dental Assistant
Verify your credentials meet specialty occupation standards
Surgical dental assisting requires documented clinical training, not just a general dental background. Gather your credentials, procedure logs, and any radiography or surgical-assist certifications before approaching host employers or designated sponsors.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category early
Current dental or allied health students apply under the J-1 visa Intern category. Professionals who have completed their degree within the past 12 months and have post-graduation work experience qualify under Trainee. Applying to the wrong category delays your DS-2019.
Target host employers with structured training programs
Oral surgery centers and multi-specialty dental groups are more likely to support a J-1 Training Plan than solo general practices. Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in surgical dental settings that have hosted international exchange visitors.
Build a training plan aligned with OFLC wage benchmarks
Your J-1 Training Plan must document specific surgical-assist competencies you will develop. Cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile for Dental Assistants to map learning objectives, and confirm your offered compensation meets DOL prevailing wage thresholds for your host city.
Confirm host employer E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer
Your host facility must be able to complete I-9 employment verification. Ask whether the practice is enrolled in E-Verify before committing, since gaps here can stall your designated sponsor's compliance review and delay your program start date.
Check your home country for the two-year residency requirement
If your country of nationality or last residence appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List, you will be subject to a two-year home residency requirement after completing your J-1 program before you can change to most other U.S. visa categories.
Surgical Dental Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to surgical dental assistants?
The J-1 Trainee category covers allied health professionals who have completed their training program and hold up to five years of post-degree work experience in dental assisting. If you are still enrolled in a dental assisting or allied health program, the Intern category applies instead. Your designated sponsor organization, not your host employer, determines the correct category and issues your DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role, the dental practice or a separate organization?
The dental practice or oral surgery center acts as your host employer, not your visa sponsor. J-1 sponsorship comes from a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, which issues the DS-2019 form, approves your Training Plan, and monitors your program compliance throughout your stay.
How do I find U.S. dental employers that are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Most general job boards don't filter by J-1 hosting history, which makes it difficult to identify willing host employers efficiently. Migrate Mate lets you search U.S. roles and employers specifically aligned with J-1 sponsorship, so you can focus outreach on surgical dental practices that already understand the host-employer relationship and training plan obligations.
What does a J-1 Training Plan need to cover for a surgical dental assistant role?
The Training Plan must outline the specific surgical-assist competencies you will develop, the supervision structure, the rotation schedule across procedure types, and measurable learning outcomes. Your designated sponsor reviews and approves the plan before issuing the DS-2019. Generic plans that don't map to surgical procedures like extractions, implant placement, or IV sedation monitoring are typically rejected.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect surgical dental assistants?
It can, depending on your nationality and funding source. If your home country is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List or if your program is government-funded, you must return home for two years before changing to an H-1B visa, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa. Completing a J-1 program does not trigger the requirement automatically, but you should confirm your status with your designated sponsor before accepting a program offer.