Dental Sterilization Tech — Safe, Precise Instrument Care

Willamette Dental Group; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with 5% match

Life insurance

Commuter benefits

PTO 120 hours + 7 holidays

Job summary

Willamette Dental Group is seeking a Sterilization Technician in Tacoma to support the clinical team by reprocessing, cleaning, and maintaining sterile instruments and equipment. The role emphasizes patient and staff safety with strict PPE adherence.

The position is full-time (30 hours) with an expected hourly range of $24.00 to $29.00, and may involve travel to other WD locations. Prior HIPAA knowledge and healthcare experience are beneficial, along with BLS certification requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Post-secondary coursework desirable or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Healthcare experience desirable, HIPAA knowledge beneficial.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers is listed as a certification requirement.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and organized sterilization area.
• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment per manufacturer directions.
• Transport, package, and wrap cassettes for sterilization.
• Properly dispose of biohazardous material.
• Perform routine maintenance on sterilization equipment daily/weekly/monthly.
• Maintain dental handpieces including cleaning and lubrication.
• Record weekly biological spore testing per company policy.
• Monitor sterilizers with SICC coordination and upload logs.
• Log class 5 integrator testing for compliance tracking.
• Notify managers within 24 hours of repairs needed.
• Report health and safety incidents immediately.
• Stay updated with Health and Safety policies.
• Attend monthly Safety and Infection Control Coordinator training.
• Assist with Health and Safety policy updates.
• Assist team in cleaning and disinfecting operatories.
• Adhere to PPE policy (gloves, masks, eye protection).
• Travel to other WD locations as needed.
• Maintain reliable attendance.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

PPE compliance

Safety awareness

Recordkeeping

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary coursework

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

Willamette Dental Group is seeking a Sterilization Technician in Tacoma to support the clinical team by reprocessing, cleaning, and maintaining sterile instruments and equipment. The role emphasizes patient and staff safety with strict PPE adherence.

The position is full-time (30 hours) with an expected hourly range of $24.00 to $29.00, and may involve travel to other WD locations. Prior HIPAA knowledge and healthcare experience are beneficial, along with BLS certification requirements.