Sterilization Technician

Robinson Orthodontics; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Modern facilities

Career growth opportunities

Diverse patient base

Job summary

Robinson Orthodontics in Grants Pass, OR is seeking a Dental Sterilization Technician to support patient flow and maintain sterile environments. You will decontaminate instruments, assemble sets, differentiate steam vs gas sterilization, and manage supplies with aseptic technique.

We value strong teamwork, clear communication, and reliability; candidates with 1+ year of sterilization experience and familiarity with dental terminology will thrive in our modern facility offering mentorship and

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a dental sterilization technician (preferred).
• Physical ability to transport supplies and equipment.
• Organized with knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean all equipment and instruments to ensure sterility
• Accurately assemble instrument sets based on established count sheets
• Prepare and package instruments, differentiating steam versus gas sterilization needs
• Store, deliver, and manage sterile supplies using aseptic technique
• Evaluate equipment function and report issues for repair or maintenance
• Clean and sanitize clinical areas between patients and restock treatment rooms
• Support daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checklists

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Dental terminology

Basic computer skills

Job description

Join a dental practice built on excellent patient care, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports every member of the team. This role is central to the patient experience, and thrives on collaboration with doctors and staff to deliver a consistently positive visit for every patient.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate and clean all equipment and instruments to ensure sterility
• Accurately assemble instrument sets based on established count sheets
• Prepare and package instruments, differentiating steam versus gas sterilization needs
• Store, deliver, and manage sterile supplies using aseptic technique
• Evaluate equipment function and report issues for repair or maintenance
• Clean and sanitize clinical areas between patients and restock treatment rooms
• Support daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance checklists

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience as a dental sterilization technician (preferred)
• Physical ability to transport supplies and equipment
• Basic computer skills
• Able to manage multiple demands while supporting patient flow
• Strong team player who supports colleagues as needed
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Organized with strong knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology (preferred)

What We Offer

• Modern facilities and advanced technology
• Mentorship and career growth opportunities
• A diverse patient base and meaningful clinical work

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