Sterilization & Dispensing Tech - Dental Clinic (Evenings)

University of the Pacific; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Pacific is seeking a Sterilization/Dispensing Technician at the PHCC Sacramento Clinic. You will perform sterilization, instrument processing, and dispensing duties, ensuring compliance with infection control standards in a fast-paced dental setting.

You will manage inventory, assist with autoclave maintenance, and support staff with dispensing materials, while adhering to safety protocols and department procedures in a university healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a dental/medical setting.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Central Sterilization required or obtain within 12 months of employment

Responsibilities

• Process dental instruments and equipment to include receiving, cleaning, wrapping, and sterilization of semi-critical and critical items; disinfect non-critical portable dental equipment; inspect contents of all instrument cassettes and packages for completeness and damage; replace as needed.
• Operate and assist in the maintenance of washing and cleaning sterilization machines including weekly biological testing of autoclaves.
• Prepare pre-packaged disposable items; dispense instrument cassettes and dental materials/equipment according to established procedures.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of borrowed and returned cassettes, materials, and equipment; maintain security of all inventories according to established procedures.
• Order supplies for dispensing windows; restock inventory as needed.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly sterilization room and dispensing area according to established standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the PHCC Assistant Dental Director and the Director.

Skills

Sterilization techniques

Infection control

Dental instrument handling

Teamwork and communication

Time management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification in Central Sterilization

Tools

Electronic tracking system

Job description

University of the Pacific is seeking a Sterilization/Dispensing Technician at the PHCC Sacramento Clinic. You will perform sterilization, instrument processing, and dispensing duties, ensuring compliance with infection control standards in a fast-paced dental setting.

You will manage inventory, assist with autoclave maintenance, and support staff with dispensing materials, while adhering to safety protocols and department procedures in a university healthcare environment.