Sterilization Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• 1 year of experience in dental assisting and/or dental sterilization.
• Dental Assistant Program.
• Dental Assistant Certification.
• Radiation safety certification.
• CPR certification.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Good public communication and understanding towards patients and co-workers.
• Infection Control protocols, sterilization protocols.
• Pre-employment requirements include I-9, physical, positive background and reference check results, complete application, new hire orientation, pre-employment PPDs. Compliance with all mandated vaccinations and all boosters is a term and condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) helpful.
• EPIC knowledge preferred.
• Experience with instrument cassettes preferred.
• Dexis experience a preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the preparation of written documentation including patient records as required by the department, company, state and federal agencies.
• Coordinates the preparation of reports and written documentation of sterilization cycles, spore test and maintenance.
• Performs a wide variety of patient care activities and assists chair side in the concept of four-handed dentistry. Reviews patient records for accuracy and completeness; explains treatment recommended by the dentist in a manner that is understandable and supportive.
• Performs weekly spore test on all sterilization units. Documents test result and obtain 2 supervision signatures on logbook.
• Maintains a smooth, constant flow of patients from reception to operatories; coordinates the activities of several operatories through the proper utilization of time, resources, abilities and patient needs.
• Operates x-ray equipment to make complete and/or selective oral radiographic services.
• Maintains all hand pieces through proper cleaning and lubrication. Clean all sterilization units on a weekly basis.
• Arranges instruments in proper order in all cassettes. Orders replacement instruments as needed. Prepares dental equipment, instruments, material and operatories. Performs routine maintenance of equipment and restocks materials.
• Ensures the established infection control techniques are administered in accordance with department policy to maintain a safe and pleasant environment. Assists all dentist, hygienists and assistants with infection control questions and information.
• Maintains and submits orders to maintain an adequate inventory of dental materials, forms, clerical supplies and/or equipment.
• Complies with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Maintains and submits orders for replacement instruments as needed.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
• Attends meetings as required and participates on committees as directed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Generous Benefits
• Low Cost Health Care
• Guaranteed 40-hour work week