Dental Sterilization Technician

Specialized Dental Partners; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Life & disability insurance

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

Metropolitan Endodontics is seeking a reliable Dental Sterilization Technician to support our clinical team by ensuring all operatories, instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared for patient care.

This full-time role emphasizes inventory, sterilization, OSHA compliance, and assisting the team with timely instrument preparation across operatories to maintain a safe, efficient dental environment.

Qualifications

• Professional appearance and teamwork are essential.
• Familiarity with HIPAA rules is required.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize non-instrument items for procedures.
• Take inventory and stock supplies and instruments.
• Sort and store sterilized instruments appropriately.
• Assemble instrument trays per patient care needs.
• Transport trays to operatories as required.
• Follow Universal Precautions for infectious waste.
• Maintain equipment and operatories in clean condition.
• Perform tests and maintenance to meet standards.
• Maintain OSHA daily/weekly/monthly records.
• Assist other team members as needed.
• Make care calls for previous day’s patients if needed.
• Wear protective gear per OSHA guidelines.
• Accept other duties delegated by the doctor.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Professional appearance

Sound judgment

Calm, professional demeanor

Flexibility

Multi-tasking

Ethical conduct

Tools

HIPAA compliance

Job description

Overview

Dental Sterilization Tech - Metropolitan Endodontics

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Dental Sterilization Technician to support our clinical team by ensuring all operatories, instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared for patient care. This role is essential to maintaining a safe, compliant, and efficient dental environment.

At Metropolitan Endodontics, we prioritize patient care and teamwork. As a reputable dental practice, we are committed to delivering top-notch services in a welcoming environment.

Schedule: Full Time, 4 days per week (8.5 hour days)

Responsibilities

Essential Job Duties: Essential duties may include any of the following tasks, skills, and other characteristics. The following list is not intended as a comprehensive list, but rather to provide representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Metropolitan Endodontics reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. Prepare dental instruments for sterilization and decontamination and maintain them in strict accordance and compliance with OSHA protocols.

• 1. Sterilize non-instrument items for surgical procedures.
• 2. Take inventory and stock supplies, instruments and medications.
• 3. Sort and store sterilized instruments and equipment in the appropriate areas.
• 4. Assemble instrument trays with supplies and equipment according to patient care requirements. Transport trays to appropriate operatories and/or areas.
• 5. Observe Universal Precautions regarding the handling of infectious waste.
• 6. Maintain dental equipment and operatories in good, clean condition at all times.
• 7. Perform all tests and maintenance on equipment required to meet licensing, accreditation, safety and infection control standards.
• 8. Maintain daily, weekly and monthly OSHA records.
• 9. Be available to other team members needing assistance.
• 10. Perform care calls for the previous day’s treatment patients if needed.
• 11. Maintain personal protection per OSHA guidelines as it pertains to personal safety. (i.e. protective clothing, eyewear, gloves, etc.)
• 12. Assume responsibility for other expanded duties and responsibilities that may be delegated by the doctor.
• 13. Must have familiarity with and follow all HIPAA rules and regulations.

Qualifications

Skills

• 1. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff.
• 2. Present a professional appearance.
• 3. Demonstrate sound judgment.
• 4. Have great attention to detail.
• 5. Speak and act in a calm and professional manner and work easily with other team members.
• 6. Display a positive attitude at all times.
• 7. Ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability.
• 8. Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects while completing them correctly and efficiently.
• 9. Ability to practice honest and ethical behavior and accountability.
• 10. Work as a team member

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• 1. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
• 2. Must be able to reach above shoulder level; must be able to bend, squat, sit, stand, stoop, crouch, reach, kneel, twist and turn
• 3. Must be able to hear staff and speak clearly in order to communicate information to staff
• 4. Must have sufficient near vision acuity to read material and computer screens and to distinguish between dental instruments to pass/exchange instruments between staff.
• 5. Must have manual and physical dexterity to handle and pass dental instruments used in the provision of dental care.
• 6. Must have manual and physical dexterity to operate a computer and handle paper documents.

We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
• Additional Voluntary Benefits
• And More!

Benefits available to eligible full-time and part-time employees working 20+ hours per week!

Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The salary range for this role is $19-$22 per hour. At Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practices, we are committed to ensuring fair and equitable pay for all employees. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding pay equity and non-discrimination. Our compensation practices are designed to ensure that employees are paid fairly based on their role, experience, performance, and contributions to the company, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We regularly review our compensation practices and conduct pay equity audits to identify and address any disparities. By fostering a culture of transparency and fairness, we aim to create an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected.

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