Sterilization Tech

Overall Responsibility:

Responsible for performing a variety of clinical duties within the dental office.  The Sterilization Technician’s primary duty will be working with clinical staff to ensure instruments used for procedures are sterilized.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Daily/Weekly/Monthly Tasks will include, but are not limited to:

• Cleans & sterilizes instruments 


• Follows Company Sterilization Protocol along with other rules & regulations


• Keeps track of inventory in the sterilization area 


• Keep all counters clean, neat & organized.


• Perform weekly spore testing and maintain a log of the results


• Perform weekly and monthly maintenance of Autoclave(s)


• Maintain proper pre-set trays and ensure they are ready for anticipated procedures. 


• Assists with laundry duties


• End of day duties designated by Head Dental Assistant 


• Help stock rooms


• Other Duties as assigned 

 Skills and Attributes

• Good planning and organizational skills


• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills


• Professional appearance and manner


• Computer literacy 

 Job Specifications: 

• High School Diploma or GED


• DAI Certification 


• Ability to lift 15-20 lbs.