Sterilization Technician

Dental Associates Minnesota; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dental Associates Minnesota in Savage, MN is seeking a dedicated Dental Sterilization Technician for our Children's Clinic. You will play a vital role in ensuring instruments, treatment areas, and supplies are ready for patient care each day.

Join a fast-paced healthcare team where attention to detail, organization, and teamwork are valued. Training is available if you’re new to dental sterilization, and you’ll help maintain safety and compliance across the clinic.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in dental sterilization or sterile processing preferred, but training is available.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable, organized, and able to multitask in a busy clinical environment.
• Positive attitude with excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Passion for supporting outstanding patient care.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize dental instruments and equipment following OSHA, CDC, and state guidelines.
• Operate autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners and ensure cycles run correctly.
• Prepare treatment setups and ensure clean, sterile environment between patients.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering and restocking supplies.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, CDC and safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclaves

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Description

Job description

Dental Sterilization Technician – Children's Clinic

Dental Associates of Minnesota | Savage, MN
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

Make a Difference Behind the Scenes

Do you take pride in organization, cleanliness, and helping a team succeed? AtDental Associates of Minnesota, our Children's Clinic is looking for a dedicatedDental Sterilization Technicianto play a vital role in creating a safe, healthy, and positive experience for our young patients.As a Sterilization Technician, you'll be the backbone of our clinical operations, ensuring instruments, treatment areas, and supplies are ready for exceptional patient care every day. If you're detail-oriented, dependable, and enjoy working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, we'd love to meet you!

What You'll Do
Instrument Sterilization & Processing

• Collect, clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment following OSHA, CDC, and state guidelines
• Operate sterilization equipment, including autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners
• Package and organize instruments using proper sterilization methods
• Monitor sterilization cycles, biological indicators, and testing logs
• Perform routine maintenance and quality checks on sterilization equipment

Infection Control & Clinical Readiness

• Clean and disinfect treatment rooms between patients
• Prepare and break down procedure trays and clinical setups
• Maintain a safe, sterile, and organized clinical environment
• Properly handle and dispose of biohazardous waste and sharps

Inventory & Supply Management

• Monitor inventory levels and restock sterilization supplies
• Assist with ordering and maintaining supply inventory
• Keep storage areas organized and efficient

Team Support

• Ensure clinical staff have clean, sterilized instruments when needed
• Prepare treatment setups based on daily schedules
• Communicate proactively regarding equipment concerns or workflow delays

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all HIPAA, OSHA, CDC, and infection control protocols
• Stay current on required training and safety procedures
• Report equipment issues or safety concerns promptly

Requirements

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in dental sterilization or sterile processing preferred, but we're willing to train the right candidate
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable, organized, and able to multitask in a busy clinical environment
• Positive attitude with excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Passion for supporting outstanding patient care