Dental Sterilization Technician

Specialized Dental Partners; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Specialized Dental Partners is seeking a reliable Dental Sterilization Technician (PRN) to support the High Desert Endodontics clinic by ensuring instruments and rooms are properly cleaned, sterilized, and prepared for patient care.

The role involves operating autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners, maintaining inventory, and adhering to OSHA guidelines to ensure a safe, compliant dental environment. It emphasizes attention to detail and teamwork across our network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety is essential.
• Experience with infection control practices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize, disinfect, and prepare dental instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
• Monitor and operate sterilization equipment (autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, etc.).
• Maintain inventory of sterilization supplies and reorder as necessary.
• Ensure operatories are stocked and prepared for procedures.
• Turn over rooms and prepare them for patient care.
• Follow infection control and OSHA guidelines to maintain a safe environment.
• Organize and store sterilized instruments; maintain logs and documentation.
• Assist with equipment setup and breakdown for procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

About Us

Specialized Dental Partners is a doctor-led network of 275+ specialty dental practices and 450+ doctors across multiple states. We offer the scale, resources, and professional connections that help specialists and teammates thrive, while maintaining the supportive culture and local relationships that define our organization.

Our purpose, We Care More, shapes how we support our doctors, teammates, and patients every day. We care more about patient outcomes, doctor success, teammate growth, meaningful relationships, and the communities we serve. By combining clinical excellence with a people-first culture, we create an environment where specialists can build rewarding careers while making a lasting impact.

At Specialized Dental Partners, you'll find more than a job. You'll find a community committed to helping you succeed. From mentorship and career development to clinical collaboration and leadership opportunities, we are committed to helping our people grow personally and professionally.

If you're looking for an organization where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work makes a meaningful difference, we'd love to meet you!

PRN Dental Sterilization Tech - High Desert 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.

Schedule: PRN position

Responsibilities

• Sterilize, disinfect, and prepare dental instruments and equipment according to established protocols
• Monitor and operate sterilization equipment (autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners, etc.)
• Maintain proper inventory of sterilization supplies and reorder as necessary
• Ensure all operatories are properly stocked and equipped for procedures
• Support clinical team by turning over rooms and preparing them for patient care
• Follow infection control and OSHA guidelines to maintain a clean, safe, and compliant environment
• Organize and store sterilized instruments in designated areas
• Perform routine maintenance and monitoring of sterilization equipment
• Assist with equipment setup and breakdown for procedures as needed
• Maintain accurate sterilization logs and documentation
• Please note that additional responsibilities may be assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety

Specialized Dental Partners, its affiliates, related companies and independently owned supported clinical practicesare 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 $ 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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