What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Sterilization Technician position at Distinctive Dentistry?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic dental team as a Dental Sterilization Technician! In this vital role, you will ensure the safety and hygiene of dental instruments and equipment, supporting smooth and efficient dental procedures. Your attention to detail and commitment to infection control will help create a safe environment for both patients and team. This position offers an engaging opportunity to contribute to high-quality dental care through meticulous sterilization practices and inventory management. If you are energetic, detail-oriented, and passionate about maintaining sterile environments, this is the perfect role for you!
Responsibilities
- Clean, disinfect, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment following strict aseptic techniques
- Clean, disinfect and sterilize operatories in between patients
- Manage inventory of surgical supplies and maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles
- Prepare instrument trays and packaging for surgical procedures with precision and attention to detail
- Follow all safety protocols related to sterile processing and infection control standards
- Maintain detailed documentation of sterilization processes, equipment maintenance, and inventory levels
- Collaborate with the team to ensure timely availability of sterile instruments for procedures
- Assist Hygiene with new patients, dental probing and flipping of rooms
- Laundering of towel, and blankets, and scrubs
- Running errands occasionally
- Nightly closing of the office
Qualifications
- Great organization skills to manage inventory, ordering, lab cases, equipment repair, and other systems
- Ability to follow detailed instructions accurately and maintain meticulous records
- Excellent attention to detail, organization skills, and commitment to patient safety
- Upbeat friendly and reliable
- Prior dental office or sterile experience is a plus,
- Join us in delivering exceptional dental care by ensuring every instrument is safe, sterile, and ready for use! We value energetic professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and patient safety.
Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid sick time
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19