Dental Sterilization Tech

Konza Prairie Community Health Center; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 200 hours/year

Retirement match contributions

Early Friday clinic closures

Job summary

Konza Prairie Community Health Center Inc. seeks a Dental Sterilization Technician to ensure safe decontamination, preparation, sterilization and distribution of dental instruments.

You will uphold strict infection control protocols and support high-quality dental care in a patient-facing healthcare setting. This full-time role offers competitive pay, up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO annually, and benefits such as employer retirement match contributions with early Friday clinic closures to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in dental assisting or sterilization technology preferred.
• Previous experience in a dental or medical sterilization environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control standards, and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow strict safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Infection control

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in dental assisting or sterilization technology preferred

Tools

Autoclaves

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Dental Sterilization Technician to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will ensure the safe and efficient decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of dental instruments, adhering to strict infection control and safety protocols. Your expertise will help maintain a safe environment for both staff and patients, supporting the delivery of high-quality dental care.

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dedicated Dental Sterilization Technician to join our healthcare team. In this vital role, you will ensure the safe and efficient decontamination, preparation, sterilization, and distribution of dental instruments, adhering to strict infection control and safety protocols. Your expertise will help maintain a safe environment for both staff and patients, supporting the delivery of high-quality dental care.

Pay & Schedule

• Competitive starting wages based on experience and qualifications
• Full-time, Monday–Friday

In addition to competitive pay, full-time employees accrue up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO per year! Enjoy employer retirement match contributions and early Friday clinic closures — supporting a strong work-life balance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in dental assisting or sterilization technology preferred.
• Previous experience in a dental or medical sterilization environment is advantageous.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques, infection control standards, and safety procedures.
• Ability to operate sterilization equipment such as autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to follow strict safety and infection control protocols.