Dental Instrument Sterilization Specialist

Park-West-Health-Systems,-Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Park West Health System seeks a Dental Sterilization Technician to sterilize, prepare, and organize dental instruments and equipment, ensuring aseptic conditions for patient care. You will maintain sterilization logs, perform routine equipment maintenance, and assist the dental team to optimize workflow.

The role requires adherence to infection control protocols, OSHA standards, and HIPAA considerations, supporting a clean, safe dental environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• AHA CPR-BLS certification required.
• Experience in infection control and sterilization preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict protocols.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Perform daily opening, closing and sterilization procedures as directed.
• Maintain sterilization equipment and logs; conduct routine maintenance.
• Prepare operatory rooms and sterilization areas to ensure aseptic conditions.
• Assemble preset trays and restock supplies for scheduled treatments.
• Assist clinical staff to maintain patient flow and efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Infection control

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Autoclaves

Job description

Park West Health System seeks a Dental Sterilization Technician to sterilize, prepare, and organize dental instruments and equipment, ensuring aseptic conditions for patient care. You will maintain sterilization logs, perform routine equipment maintenance, and assist the dental team to optimize workflow.

The role requires adherence to infection control protocols, OSHA standards, and HIPAA considerations, supporting a clean, safe dental environment.