Sterilization Technician – Precision for Safe Procedures

KC Dental Implants & Oral Surgery; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

401k Match

Health Plan

Medical & Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance

BLS/CPR Certification

Career Growth

Discount Marketplace

Job summary

Paradigm Oral Health in Independence, MO is looking for a Sterilization Technician – Oral Surgery to join our in-office team. You will ensure instruments meet sterilization standards and support the clinical staff with timely, clean supplies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, with one year of relevant experience preferred, and certification in Sterile Processing and Distribution preferred.

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 cleanliness and sanitation.
• Routinely tests and reports issues with sterilization equipment.
• Sterilizes, preps, wraps, and organizes equipment into instrument trays for procedures.
• Prepares and delivers all necessary equipment and instruments for procedures.
• Maintains records of sterilization procedures, items, equipment maintenance and supplies.
• Monitors inventory and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety-minded

Judgement & critical thinking

Manual dexterity

Sterilization techniques

Team or solo work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year experience preferred

Sterile Processing Certification preferred

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Paradigm Oral Health in Independence, MO is looking for a Sterilization Technician – Oral Surgery to join our in-office team. You will ensure instruments meet sterilization standards and support the clinical staff with timely, clean supplies.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, with one year of relevant experience preferred, and certification in Sterile Processing and Distribution preferred.