Sterilization Technician

GD DC PLLC; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Cohen & Cohen Dental Group seeks a Dental Sterilization Technician to sterilize instruments, decontaminate trays, and prepare materials for patient care. You will also help with inventory, environmental checks, and basic operatory upkeep.

This on-site role runs Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM, at $23.00 per hour. No experience required beyond X-ray certification; a background check is required. Join a team dedicated to safe, efficient dental workflows.

Qualifications

• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Sterilizes instruments and trays following standard precautions; decontaminates equipment and prepares trays for use.
• Monitors autoclave function and biological/chemical indicators to ensure sterile results.
• Maintains inventory and restocks supplies; cleans and prepares operatory areas as needed.
• Performs clerical duties such as maintaining dental records and scheduling reminders.

Education

X-Ray Certification

Job description

Location

Cohen & Cohen Dental Group

Job Description

The Dental Sterilization Technician provides sterilization of dental instruments and trays including sorting, cleaning, and decontaminating instruments following standard procedures and techniques. Incumbents are responsible for inventory control and maintenance, environmental maintenance checks, and may clean or prepare operatories. Incumbents also provide clerical duties such as maintaining dental records, scheduling appointments, maintaining adequate supplies, and referring patients to other medical and dental assistance programs. The Dental Sterilization Technician differs from the Dental Assistant, EFDA which assists Dentists and Dental Hygienists in the examination, maintenance and repair of gums and teeth and is certified as an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant.

Schedule

Monday – Friday

Hours

7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Pay Rate

$23.00

Sterilization Job Responsibilities

Sterilizes dental instruments and trays; assembles, wraps, decontaminates, and sterilizes trays of instruments, dental supplies, and equipment following proper standard precautions in decontamination and sterilization areas; monitors biological and chemical wash solutions to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and dental equipment. Maintains inventory of equipment; restocks, labels, collects, and distributes instruments and trays; sorts and makes equipment and instruments available for use; inspects instruments, verifies that instruments function properly, and removes defective instruments. Performs environmental maintenance duties; assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, clinic areas, and equipment storage; performs maintenance checks, documentation, and services on sterilization equipment; monitors issues with autoclave function or outcomes of biological testing. Cleans and prepares operatory; assists with waterline testing, shocking, and maintenance of operatory equipment. Screens phone calls, walk-in patients and referred patients for eligibility for services; schedules clients to appropriate dentists according to need and urgency; makes reminder phone calls; refers patients to medical and dental assistance programs or to area dentists.

Qualifications

• Experience: None required.
• Licenses/Certifications: X-Ray Certification

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Must successfully pass a background check records check.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Equal Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Completion of this form is voluntary and will only be used to report on candidate demographics. Nothing contained in this form will be accessible or used in hiring or other employment decisions. Information provided will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file for reporting purposes only.

Closing Remarks

Thank you for considering a career with us! We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change. We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career. We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients. We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference. I-Integrity M-Mentorship P-Partnership A-Action C-Caring T- Transparency