Dental Sterilization Technician

AMPLA HEALTH; Yuba City (CA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

4 weeks PTO

9 holidays

401k and profit sharing

Full time, Mon-Fri

Work-life balance

Job summary

Ampla Health in Yuba City, CA is seeking a Dental Sterilization Technician to clean, sterilize, and organize dental instruments to ensure ready treatment rooms. You will support clinical staff and maintain sterile procedures in a fast-paced dental clinic.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, OSHA certification, and CPR. The role offers full-time hours Monday to Friday with competitive benefits and a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Dental Practice Act/Law & Ethics course completion is required.
• OSHA/Infection Control certification is required.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Knowledge of dental sterilization processes preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and equipment
• Assemble, wrap, and prepare instrument trays for clinical use
• Monitor sterilization equipment and maintain accurate sterilization and spore testing logs
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of sterilization areas and treatment rooms
• Restock supplies and assist with inventory management
• Assist with patient flow by greeting, seating, and dismissing patients as needed
• Follow OSHA, infection control, and safety protocols
• Track instruments through sterilization systems and report equipment or supply issues
• Participate in team meetings, training, and quality improvement activities
• Support dental providers and clinic staff as needed

Skills

Strong organizational

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental Practice Act/Law & Ethics course completion

OSHA/Infection Control certification

Current CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Yuba City Dental - Yuba City, CA 95991

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $23.37 - $31.06 Hourly

Why work for Ampla Health? 30457

Ampla Health provides the individuals and communities we serve with high quality, comprehensive, community health care that is accessible to all and culturally and linguistically appropriate.

• Great Benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 4 weeks paid time off to start.
• 9 paid holidays
• 401k and profit sharing
• Full time, Monday to Friday
• Great work/home life balance

General Purpose

Under the supervision of the Dental Supervisor, the Dental Sterilization Technician is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and organizing dental instruments and equipment to ensure treatment rooms are fully prepared and patient care runs efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and equipment
• Assemble, wrap, and prepare instrument trays for clinical use
• Monitor sterilization equipment and maintain accurate sterilization and spore testing logs
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of sterilization areas and treatment rooms
• Restock supplies and assist with inventory management
• Assist with patient flow by greeting, seating, and dismissing patients as needed
• Follow OSHA, infection control, and safety protocols
• Track instruments through sterilization systems and report equipment or supply issues
• Participate in team meetings, training, and quality improvement activities
• Support dental providers and clinic staff as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Dental Practice Act/Law & Ethics course completion required
• OSHA/Infection Control certification required
• Current CPR certification required
• Knowledge of dental sterilization processes preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment

Work Environment

Clinic setting requiring standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working around dental equipment and potential exposure to infectious materials.