Dental Sterilization Technician

U M FDSP Associates PA; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off

Health Coverage

Retirement

Work Schedule

Job summary

U.M. FDSP Associates PA is seeking a Sterilization Support Technician to assist with preparation, cleaning, decontamination, and sterilization of instruments. The role involves handling supplies, operating autoclaves, and maintaining accurate logs to support clinical operations.

Under supervision, you will prepare instruments, document procedures, and ensure compliance with universal precautions. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and about 1 year of related healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1 year of related experience in materials management or central sterilization.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations and follow written/oral instructions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, push/pull carts, and lift items as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepares instruments for sterilization and decontamination.
• Operates washer/sterilizer, heat sealer, autoclave, and sonic washer.
• Adjusts and records pressure, temperature, and time per procedures.
• Sorts and stores sterilized instruments in appropriate areas.
• Pre-packages cassettes, wraps and labels for identification.
• Loads instrument carts and transports to clinic or service areas.
• Receives, inspects, and verifies return of contaminated instruments.
• Files and logs instrument movements in the database; handles requisitions.
• Maintains logs of supply transactions and arranges supplies on shelves.
• Performs routine clerical duties such as answering phones and filing.

Skills

Arithmetic proficiency

Communication

Stamina / standing

Lifting & pushing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

U.M. FDSP Associates PA is seeking a Sterilization Support Technician to assist with preparation, cleaning, decontamination, and sterilization of instruments. The role involves handling supplies, operating autoclaves, and maintaining accurate logs to support clinical operations.

Under supervision, you will prepare instruments, document procedures, and ensure compliance with universal precautions. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and about 1 year of related healthcare experience.