Dental Sterilization Technician - Growth & Benefits

Finger Lakes Dental Care; Victor (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Time off

HSA

Professional development

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Finger Lakes Dental Care in Victor, Idaho is seeking a dependable Sterilization Technician to maintain the sterilization area, clean and sterilize instruments, and keep supplies organized to support doctors and assistants and ensure patient care stays on schedule.

We value reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail. The role offers competitive pay, medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401k plan, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development with access to modern equipment.

Qualifications

• Experience in dental sterilization and instrument processing preferred.
• Ability to clean, sterilize, and organize instruments and equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize all instruments and equipment.
• Maintain sterilization equipment (statim, autoclaves, Miele) and coordinate service when needed.
• Perform handpiece cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance (including repairs).
• Stock operatories and ensure rooms are prepared and turned over efficiently.
• Break down and assist in cleaning treatment rooms.
• Manage and organize inventory, including proper use of tag systems.
• Monitor stock levels, expiration dates, and supply organization.
• Wrap cassettes, bag instruments, and distribute sterilized items.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the sterilization area.
• Monitor sharps containers and biohazard waste.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance tasks (e.g., suction lines, bio strips, deep cleaning).
• Assist with seating patients and supporting clinical flow when needed.
• Ensure laundry is completed and supplies are fully stocked.

Skills

Reliable

Timely

Organized

Detail-oriented

Strong communicator

Team player

Proactive

High standards

Tools

Autoclaves

Statim

Miele sterilization

Job description

Finger Lakes Dental Care in Victor, Idaho is seeking a dependable Sterilization Technician to maintain the sterilization area, clean and sterilize instruments, and keep supplies organized to support doctors and assistants and ensure patient care stays on schedule.

We value reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail. The role offers competitive pay, medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401k plan, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development with access to modern equipment.