Dental Sterilization Technician
About The Position
Since 1970, Indian Health Council, Inc. (IHC) has provided high-quality, compassionate healthcare and support services to the nine Federally recognized American Indian tribes in north San Diego County. With more than 200 employees serving 2 clinic sites, IHC is proud of the diversity of its staff as a reflection of the community it serves. The reward of working at IHC is more than a paycheck and excellent benefits; it is the impact and contribution to the Tribal community that employees value most. If you are passionate about improving the overall health and wellness of our tribal community, IHC is looking for people like you. About Us • Patient-Centered Care: Medical, Dental, Behavioral Health, Pharmacy, Social Services • Research focused: Community Based Participatory grant-funded research programs; we are a Native American Research Center of Health (NARCH). • Accredited as an ambulatory health care center by AAAHC Our Philosophy At IHC, we believe in empowering our patients with knowledge to achieve their healthcare goals. We strive to treat the whole person using a multifaceted approach to include physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of health and wellbeing. SUMMARY: Handles cleaning, sterilization/disinfection, and processing of dental instruments for optimum patient and employee safety. Performs dental back-office equipment monitoring and maintenance. Assists with dental operatory set-up and breakdown.
Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
- Six months to one year of dental sterilization experience required.
- Must be proficient at dental sterilization.
- Strong knowledge of dental infection control principles; dental software knowledge a plus; must be a team player and experience in medium to large dental office setting is preferred.
- Productivity Software: Microsoft Office 365; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email & Calendar Management (outlook), Teams (video conferencing and meetings), and Share Point.
- Electronic health records software (EPIC/QSI preferred).
- Utilization of Paycom, Relias Learning, and PolicyTech systems.
- Current AED CPR certification or attainment within 6 months of hire.
- Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam, tuberculin skin test or x-ray and urine drug screen test that includes marijuana.
- Health must be adequate to perform all duties of the position.
- Must pass a criminal background check.
Responsibilities
- Complies with established dental department policies and procedures, safety and infection control standards.
- Sterilizes and disinfects instruments, sets up instruments and materials before patient is to be seen to facilitate patient care.
- Breaks down dental operatories after patient care according to dental department policy and procedure.
- Stocks and performs necessary maintenance in the dental operatories.
- Perform proper maintenance on back office dental equipment.
- Participates in educational development activities, in-services and meetings.
- Assists with adequate stock of dental materials necessary for clinical care are organized appropriately in the dental stockroom and present in sufficient quantities.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Position may be re-assigned during activation of EOP.
Benefits
- PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance with low employee contribution
- company-paid life and disability insurance
- malpractice coverage for providers
- 403B retirement with company matching
- generous PTO and Sick time
- 14 paid holidays
- paid jury service
- paid bereavement leave
- reimbursement for professional license(s), and certifications such as CPR and continuing education units.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
