Sterilization Technician
SALT Dental Partners
Bend, oregon
Job Details
Full-time
Full Job Description
Timber Kids Dentistry is looking for a FUN and energetic Sterile Technician that has a desire to grow with our Bend pediatric dental practice.
Candidates must be professional, highly motivated, outgoing, reliable, team-oriented and must absolutely love working with kids! This is a great opportunity to join our unique and evolving dental offices. We continue to build an amazing culture Timber Kids Dentistry and would love for you to be a part of it!
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for decontamination and cleaning of all equipment and instruments; ensures cleanliness and sterility of all instruments
- Accurately assembles instruments sets based on established count sheets; effectively uses materials and supplies while minimizing waste
- Appropriately prepares and packages single instrument items, differentiating items requiring steam versus gas sterilization
- Stores, delivers, and manages sterile supplies using aseptic technique
- Evaluates functioning of equipment; reports malfunction follows through to ensure appropriate repairs are complete and maintenance performed preventing future damage
- Responsible for cleaning and sanitizing treatment rooms after each use
- Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal, and other regulations
- Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bilingual Spanish/English preferred
- High School Diploma or GED
- Strong verbal communication skills
- Physically capable of transporting supplies and equipment
- Must have basic computer skills
- Knowledge of dental clinical operations and terminology preferred
- Prioritize multiple demands and requests to maintain patient flow
- Ability to work within a team environment and lend support, as a team player, to team members as needed
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance