Sterilization Technician

The Sterilization Technician provides essential behind-the-scenes service to the Practice, responsible for sterilizing instruments, stocking supplies, and assisting the Dental Hygienist/Doctor as needed.

Requirements

• Disinfect and Sterilize instruments throughout the work day to create better work flow.
• Conducts and mails spore testing for each autoclave and maintains spore testing binder.
• Keep assigned sterile laboratories and plaster laboratories clean, organized and stocked at all times throughout the work day.
• Distributes all sterilized instruments to their assigned places throughout the work day.
• Maintains the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA, CDC and standards.
• Prepare patient, sterilize or disinfect instruments, set up instrument trays, prepare materials, or assist Dentist during dental procedures.
• Work with the team in a positive way to help provide an excellent experience for our patients.
• Provide assistance with room turn over between patients.
• Communicates effectively with customers; listens to customers’ needs and takes immediate action to meet them.
• Proactively develops and maintains technical knowledge in specialized area(s), remaining up-to-date on current trends and best practices.
• Complies with: Dental Depot policies and procedures; OSHA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; and HIPAA policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays