Dental Sterilization Technician - Infection Control Pro

Hampton Roads Community Health Center, Inc.; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (if offered)

Job summary

Hampton Roads Community Health Center, Inc. in Portsmouth, VA is seeking a Sterilization Technician to support our dental services.

Under direct supervision, you will sterilize all hospital equipment and supplies to prevent infections and ensure patient safety in a busy clinical setting. You will follow CDC and OSHA guidelines, maintain sterilization equipment, and help with infection-control records across multiple sites including mobile units.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year sterilization experience preferred or CRCST certification recommended.
• Must maintain OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law.
• OSAP-DALE Foundation certificate within first 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, sterilize, assemble, or clean laboratory or healthcare equipment for surgeries and procedures.
• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments per CDC protocols and autoclave standards.
• Monitor and operate sterilization equipment; maintain records of procedures and maintenance.
• Wash and disinfect exam tables and dental equipment; manage cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hampton Roads Community Health Center, Inc. in Portsmouth, VA is seeking a Sterilization Technician to support our dental services.

Under direct supervision, you will sterilize all hospital equipment and supplies to prevent infections and ensure patient safety in a busy clinical setting. You will follow CDC and OSHA guidelines, maintain sterilization equipment, and help with infection-control records across multiple sites including mobile units.