Sterilization Technician

About the Practice

At Triangle Family Dentistry in Morrisville, our dental family is seeking a candidate to join us in our high energy and fun office with an emphasis on relationships with our team members and patients all the while caring for our loyal family of patients in a positive work environment. Our owners are actively involved in day-to-day operations and patient care. If you are looking to join a team that feels like family and performs at a high level, with personal and professional integrity, look no further!The ideal candidate will be a team player that is professional, patient and kind, and strong work ethic. Come and utilize your skills to the fullest potential & be part of a fun, patient focused practice.

Responsibilities

The Sterilization Technician performs sterilization according to OSHA standards, infection control, organization, inventory of supplies and back up seating of patients.

• 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.

Benefits Offered

In return for providing an excellent patient experience, we offer a great benefits package to include health and dental benefits, 401(k), holiday pay and paid time off.

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