Sterilization Technician

Oral Surgery Partners • Olathe, KS

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About The Position

The Sterilization Technician supports the oral surgery team by preparing, sterilizing, and maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and work areas to safety and quality standards. The role supports an efficient surgical environment through decontamination and sterilization, preparation of surgical trays and rooms, compliance with OSHA and infection-control requirements, and communication with clinical staff to anticipate surgical needs.

The position also involves maintaining sterilization records, inspecting instruments, managing supplies, and participating in ongoing training. The role is based at Oral & Facial Surgery Associates in Olathe, Kansas. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and attitude.
• Ability to take directions and follow through concisely.
• Ability to multitask and work well in a close team environment.
• Previous experience in a dental, oral surgery, medical, or sterile-processing environment is preferred.
• Experience with sterilization processes, including cleaning, decontamination, packaging, and autoclave operation, is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA, infection control, and universal-precaution protocols in a clinical setting.
• Experience working with surgical instruments, including identification, inspection, and proper assembly of instrument trays.
• Hands-on experience using sterilization and cleaning equipment, such as autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, and steam sterilizers.
• Experience in a fast-paced clinical or surgical environment, with the ability to prioritize and multitask.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment, expected patient outcomes, and anticipated complications.

Nice To Haves

• Customer service or patient-facing experience in a healthcare setting is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, inspect, package, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols and safety standards.
• Operate and maintain sterilizers, ultrasonic cleaners, and other reprocessing equipment according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Monitor sterilization cycles and maintain accurate logs and documentation for compliance and traceability.
• Inspect instruments for proper function and report damaged, missing, or unsafe equipment to appropriate personnel.
• Assemble, organize, and prepare surgical trays and materials for procedures.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of surgical rooms and ensure instruments and supplies are available.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in accordance with OSHA, infection-control, and practice standards.
• Follow PPE requirements and safety procedures to minimize contamination or exposure risks.
• Support the surgical and clinical team during procedures as needed and within the scope of the role.
• Communicate with clinical staff about instrument flow and anticipated surgical needs.
• Maintain inventory of surgical instruments, supplies, and sterilization materials, and notify leadership when stock is low or replacements are needed.
• Participate in ongoing training and maintain current knowledge of sterilization techniques, equipment use, and infection-control standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for full-time employees.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility with two of the three medical plans offered.
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance for employees and their families.
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance.
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) enrollment beginning with the first paycheck.
• Employer 401(k) contribution and profit sharing after six months of employment.
• PTO and eight paid holidays for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED