Sterilization Technician

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry in Shelby, NC is seeking a full-time Sterilization Technician to join our patient-centered practice. You will clean, disinfect, sterilize dental instruments and support a smooth patient flow in a welcoming office.

This role involves operating autoclave equipment, restocking operatories, assisting with administrative tasks, and maintaining a clean, organized environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately.
• Able to work collaboratively as part of a dental team.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding patient information.

Responsibilities

• Follow proper protocols for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment.
• Prepare and package instruments for sterilization and operate autoclave equipment.
• Clean, reset, and maintain operatories to support efficient patient flow.
• Ensure operatories are fully stocked with essential supplies (e.g., gloves, masks, floss, toothbrushes, toothpaste).
• Assist with limited administrative tasks, including reminder calls and scanning patient records.
• Manage laundry for clinical items such as blankets and lab coats.
• Perform light janitorial duties as needed to maintain a clean and organized environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reliability

Confidentiality

Flexible/Adaptable

Job description

Sterilization Technician – Full Time

Shelby Dental Care Center/Riccobene Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a full-time Sterilization Technician to join our team in our Shelby, NC office. We are a patient-centered practice focused on listening to our patients’ needs and delivering high-quality, personalized care. Our friendly team and welcoming environment help create a positive and comfortable experience for every patient.

• Follow proper protocols for cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing dental instruments and equipment
• Prepare and package instruments for sterilization and operate autoclave equipment
• Clean, reset, and maintain operatories to support efficient patient flow
• Ensure operatories are fully stocked with essential supplies (e.g., gloves, masks, floss, toothbrushes, toothpaste)
• Assist with limited administrative tasks, including reminder calls and scanning patient records
• Manage laundry for clinical items such as blankets and lab coats
• Perform light janitorial duties as needed to maintain a clean and organized environment

• Previous Sterilization Technician or back-office dental experience preferred
• Demonstrates regular and reliable attendance
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately
• Flexible and adaptable, with a positive approach to changing responsibilities
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding patient information and patient care

Schedule

• Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Daily start time: 7:45 AM