Sterilization Technician

Description Sterilization Technician Wave Dental Specialists – Dearborn Heights, MI Full-Time | Alternating Saturdays Required Wave Dental Specialists is a growing multi-specialty dental practice seeking an experienced, reliable, and detail-oriented Sterilization Technician to join our team. This role requires prior experience working in a dental office setting . Because we support multiple specialties, we are looking for someone who already understands dental instruments, clinical workflow, infection control, and the pace of a dental practice. Responsibilities Clean, disinfect, package, and sterilize dental instruments Operate and monitor sterilization equipment Maintain sterilization logs and follow infection-control protocols Organize and stock instruments and supplies Assist with operatory turnover and instrument delivery Support Dental Assistants and clinical teams throughout the day Help across Endodontics, Oral Surgery, Periodontics, and other specialties as needed Maintain a clean, efficient, and organized sterilization area Requirements Previous dental office experience required Prior experience as a Dental Assistant or Sterilization Technician in a dental practice strongly preferred Dental Assisting certificate or formal dental assisting training preferred Familiarity with dental instruments and terminology Knowledge of dental infection-control and sterilization procedures Strong attention to detail and organization Dependable, hardworking, and team-oriented Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment Ability to work alternating Saturdays required Please note: Completion of a general sterile processing or central processing program alone, without hands-on dental office experience, does not meet the experience requirements for this position. Benefits Competitive pay based on experience Health & vision insurance 401(k) with company match Life insurance Short- and long-term disability PTO & paid holidays Monthly CE opportunities Career growth and advancement opportunities If you have prior dental experience and are looking to grow within a busy, supportive multi-specialty practice, we'd love to hear from you. #indeedwavedp Education and Training High School Diploma or equivalent. Minimum one-year related experience and/or training or the equivalent of a combination of education and experience in the dental profession. Valid X-ray certificate. Current license if CDA, RDA, or EFDA (per state requirements). CPR & first aid certificate. FLSA Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Reports to: Operations Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr