Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Tech

Cynet HealthStaff; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Sterile Processing Tech to support dental sterilization workflows, ensuring instruments and rooms are properly cleaned and sterilized. The role emphasizes strict infection control and documentation of sterilization cycles.

Responsibilities include operating autoclaves, maintaining supplies, and assisting the clinical team in a fast-paced environment. High school diploma required; prior dental/medical sterilization experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous dental or medical sterilization experience preferred.
• Certification in Dental Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sterilize, and maintain dental instruments and equipment.
• Operate autoclaves and monitor sterilization cycles.
• Prepare treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and materials.
• Dispose of hazardous and biohazardous waste following proper protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized sterilization area and assist clinical team.

Skills

Sterilization experience

Autoclave operation

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclaves

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing Tech

Profession: Sterilization Technician

Specialty: Virginia North

Duration: 3796

Shift: 8 Hrs

Hours per Shift: 5x8 Hr

Experience: Previous dental or medical sterilization experience preferred

License: N/A

Certifications: Dental Assistant Certification preferred

Must-Have: High school diploma or equivalent

Description:As a Sterilization Technician, you will support clinical operations.You will ensure that all instruments, equipment, and treatment areas are properly cleaned, sterilized, and maintained.You will follow the highest infection control standards.Your responsibilities will include cleaning, sterilizing, and maintaining dental instruments and equipment.You will prepare treatment rooms by ensuring sterilized instruments and materials are properly arranged.You will operate autoclaves and other sterilization equipment with attention to detail.You will monitor and log sterilization cycles.You will ensure all documentation meets safety requirements.You will support the clinical team by maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked sterilization area.You will dispose of hazardous and biohazardous waste following proper protocols.You will participate in team huddles.You will contribute to a clean, efficient, and positive working environment.