Sterilization Technician at Willamette Valley Oral Surgery

Specialty Dental Brands; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Willamette Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Salem, OR is seeking a part-time Sterilization Technician to maintain a safe, clean, and sterile environment. You will clean, disinfect, and sterilize instruments, operate autoclaves, and ensure proper documentation for infection-control compliance.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow protocols, and the capacity to work both independently and with a team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of dental infection control and sterilization procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely.
• Familiarity with sterilization equipment and processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies as needed.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment according to infection control protocols.
• Operate autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Maintain sterilization logs and documentation for compliance purposes.
• Inspect sterilization equipment regularly and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of contaminated and biohazardous materials.
• Keep the sterilization area organized, stocked, and properly labeled.
• Monitor inventory of sterilization supplies and notify management of replenishment needs.
• Store sterilized instruments appropriately to ensure easy access for clinical staff.
• Support dental assistants and clinical teams by ensuring treatment rooms are stocked with sterile instruments.
• Assist with training staff on sterilization protocols as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, and office infection control policies at all times.
• Participate in ongoing education to stay current with sterilization best practices.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow protocols precisely

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Autoclaves

Ultrasonic cleaners

Job description

Salem, OR

Willamette Valley Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is seeking a Part-Time Sterilization Technician to join our team! The Sterilization Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and sterile environment within the dental office. This role ensures that all dental instruments and equipment are properly cleaned, disinfected, sterilized, and prepared for clinical use in compliance with infection control standards and regulatory requirements.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments and equipment according to established infection control protocols.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment, including autoclaves and ultrasonic cleaners.
• Maintain accurate sterilization logs and documentation for compliance purposes.
• Inspect sterilization equipment regularly and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of contaminated and biohazardous materials.
• Keep the sterilization area organized, stocked, and properly labeled.
• Monitor inventory of sterilization supplies and notify management of replenishment needs.
• Store sterilized instruments appropriately to ensure easy access for clinical staff.
• Support dental assistants and clinical teams by ensuring treatment rooms are stocked with sterile instruments.
• Assist with training staff on sterilization protocols as needed.
• Adhere to OSHA, HIPAA, and office infection control policies at all times.
• Participate in ongoing education to stay current with sterilization best practices.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned by management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of dental infection control and sterilization procedures is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely.
• Familiarity with sterilization equipment and processes.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift and move equipment and supplies as needed.
• Team members are expected to uphold the culture outlined in the SDB Handbook, with a focus on our core values and any additional responsibilities as defined.

Why Join Us?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off