What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterilization Technician position at Lightwave Dental?
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Position Summary:
The Sterilization Technician performs sterilization according to OSHA standards, infection control, organization, inventory of supplies and back up seating of patients.
Responsibilities:
- Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments using ADA protocols
- Prepare trays with standard dental equipment to ensure effective patient turnover
- Observe and maintain all OSHA guidelines and standards
- Responsible for all dental instruments being cleaned, stored and sterilized using autoclave
- Operating, monitoring and cleaning of sterilization equipment
- Perform daily and weekly infection control test to ensure optimum sterility
- Periodontal charting for hygiene, as needed
Qualifications:
- Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Dental assistant certification where required
- Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to establish a rapport with patient
- Proficiency with computer software
Salary : $19