Full Time Sterilization Tech

Urgent Dental Center Frankfort LLC; Frankfort (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Urgent Dental Center & Family Dentistry (UDC) is seeking a dependable Sterilization Technician to maintain infection control and patient safety. You will keep a clean, organized sterilization area so clinicians can focus on delivering quality care.

This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to sanitary standards in a fast-paced dental setting. This position supports dental assistants and clinical teams, ensuring instruments are properly sterilized, documented, and ready

Qualifications

• Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization procedures, and infection control.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced dental environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.
• Ability to follow written procedures and maintain documentation.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and sanitary clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments according to protocols.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment including autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Follow OSHA, CDC, and infection control guidelines.
• Monitor and document sterilization cycles, spore testing, and equipment maintenance.
• Ensure instruments and supplies are organized and sterilized.
• Maintain ready instruments for treatment rooms and clinical areas.
• Monitor inventory and notify management when supplies need reordering.
• Handle contaminated instruments following PPE requirements.
• Support dental assistants and clinical team for smooth daily operations.

Skills

Dental instruments

Sterilization procedures

Infection control

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Fast-paced environment

Punctual and dependable

Tools

Autoclaves

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

• Location 1552 E. Wabash St. Suite A,Frankfort, IN, 46041,United States

Urgent Dental Center & Family Dentistry (UDC)

Join Our Team!

At Urgent Dental Center & Family Dentistry, our mission is to provide urgent access to dental care, everywhere. We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Sterilization Technician to help keep our clinical teams running efficiently and ensure the highest standards of infection control and patient safety.

This is an important role within our clinical team. You will help maintain a clean, organized, and fully sterilized environment so our doctors and dental assistants can focus on providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments according to established protocols.

Operate and monitor sterilization equipment, including autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.

Follow all OSHA, CDC, and infection control guidelines.

Monitor and document sterilization cycles, spore testing, and equipment maintenance.

Properly organize and maintain sterilized instruments and supplies.

Ensure treatment rooms and clinical areas have the necessary instruments and supplies.

Assist with maintaining an organized sterilization area and clinical workspace.

Monitor inventory levels and notify management when supplies need to be reordered.

Properly handle contaminated instruments and follow all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.

Support dental assistants and clinical team members to ensure smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

Knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization procedures, and infection control preferred.

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced dental environment.

Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented.

Ability to follow written procedures and maintain accurate documentation.

Commitment to maintaining a safe and sanitary clinical environment.

Why Join UDC?

Supportive, team-focused work environment.

Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Hands‑on training and continued education.

Opportunity to be part of a growing dental organization.

A meaningful role in supporting patient safety and quality dental care.

Our Values

Do What's Right – Lead with integrity, honesty, and transparency.

Grow With Purpose – Embrace learning and continuous improvement.

Express Gratitude – Appreciate and support one another.

Make It Happen – Work together to find solutions and get things done.

Ready to Make It Happen?