Sterilization Technician - Oral Surgery Safety Pro

Paradigm Oral Surgery; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401k match

HSA

Medical & Dental

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

BLS/CPR

Career path advancement

Discount marketplace

Job summary

Paradigm Oral Surgery in Portland, Maine, is seeking a dedicated Sterilization Technician to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness. This full-time in-office role supports the surgical team by sterilizing instruments, preparing supplies, and maintaining decontamination equipment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant experience, and a commitment to patient safety. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Certification in Sterile Processing and Distribution preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects used and contaminated equipment, instruments, and supplies for sorting and decontamination.
• Manually cleans supplies of contaminants.
• Operates and maintains decontamination equipment.
• Prepares and packages decontaminated supplies for sterilization.
• Exams supplies meticulously to ensure they are properly cleaned and sanitized.
• Routinely tests and reports any issues or problems with sterilization equipment.
• Sterilizes, preps, wraps, and organizes equipment into instruments trays for using during medical procedures.
• Prepares and delivers all necessary equipment and instruments for procedures.
• Maintains records of sterilization procedures, sterilized items, equipment maintenance and supplies.
• Monitors inventory and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Critical thinking

Dexterity

Sterilization knowledge

Team player

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year relevant experience

Sterile Processing certification

Job description

Paradigm Oral Surgery in Portland, Maine, is seeking a dedicated Sterilization Technician to uphold the highest standards of cleanliness. This full-time in-office role supports the surgical team by sterilizing instruments, preparing supplies, and maintaining decontamination equipment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant experience, and a commitment to patient safety. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.