Dental Sterilization Technician: Infection Control & Prep

Smilist Dental PA PLLC; Wayne (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Smilist Dental PA PLLC seeks a Sterilization Technician to sustain the highest cleanliness and infection control standards. You will sterilize instruments, operate autoclaves, and manage supply inventory to ensure readiness for procedures.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to OSHA/CDC infection control guidelines, documentation, and teamwork with clinical staff in a fast-paced dental office environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred training in dental sterilization.
• Completion of a dental sterilization training program is preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA and CDC infection control standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment per guidelines.
• Operate and maintain autoclaves, ultrasonic cleaners and related equipment.
• Monitor sterilization cycles and document records according to standards.
• Maintain instrument and supply inventory for sterile processing areas.
• Prepare trays with sterile instruments for procedures as required.
• Follow infection control protocols to prevent cross-contamination and wear PPE as needed.
• Keep sterilization areas clean and organized; assist with maintaining compliance records.

Skills

Sterilization procedures

Infection control

OSHA/CDC knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dental sterilization training program

Tools

Autoclaves

Ultrasonic cleaners

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Smilist Dental PA PLLC seeks a Sterilization Technician to sustain the highest cleanliness and infection control standards. You will sterilize instruments, operate autoclaves, and manage supply inventory to ensure readiness for procedures.

The role emphasizes strict adherence to OSHA/CDC infection control guidelines, documentation, and teamwork with clinical staff in a fast-paced dental office environment.