Sterilization Technician

Jordan Valley Health • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

Temporary/PRN About Jordan Valley Health: Jordan Valley Health (JVH) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVH strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare. Job Summary: The Sterilization Technician is responsible for keeping dental instruments clean, sanitized, organized and ready for use.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Education may be substituted for lack of experience.

Nice To Haves

• CRCST Certification

Responsibilities

• Familiar with and follows OSHA standards.
• Ensures that instruments are sterilized as soon as feasible as they are brought into central sterilization.
• Maintains the cleanliness and order of all areas of sterilization.
• Keeps accurate logs of spore testing.
• Uses the system in place to monitor and track the instruments through sterilization.
• Keeps the dental director apprised of any issues or concerns with equipment, supplies or procedures related to sterilization.
• Is responsive to special requests or needs of the providers with regard to instruments and handpieces.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional Voluntary Benefits
• Pay on Demand Available
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED