Sterilization Technician
About The Position
Garrisonville Dental is a full-service dental care facility that welcomes patients of all ages from Stafford, Fredericksburg, Quantico and the surrounding communities with a variety of dental needs. We know that each of our patients are unique and have different expectations when it comes to caring for their smiles. When you join our dental family, you will see that we take the time to know our patients, we love our jobs, and become a team that works well with one another. Position Summary: The Sterilization Technician performs sterilization according to OSHA standards, infection control, organization, inventory of supplies and back up seating of patients.
Requirements
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Dental assistant certification where required
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to establish a rapport with patient
- Proficiency with computer software
Responsibilities
- Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments using ADA protocols
- Prepare trays with standard dental equipment to ensure effective patient turnover
- Observe and maintain all OSHA guidelines and standards
- Responsible for all dental instruments being cleaned, stored and sterilized using autoclave
- Operating, monitoring and cleaning of sterilization equipment
- Perform daily and weekly infection control test to ensure optimum sterility
- Periodontal charting for hygiene, as needed
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
