Sterilization Technician

Summary of Position: TheSterilization Technician is responsible forkeeping the equipment and areas that work is performed on patients in compliance with all occupational health and safety guidelines by conducting thorough cleaning and sterilization of all appliances and working equipment in the practice. Benefits: Hourly wage range of $18-$22 per hour. Full time hours Monday thru Thursday admin hrs. on Fridays, health care coverage, paid holidays, and paid vacation. 401K, uniform allowance, amazing opportunity for bonuses, and more. Essential Job Function: Sets up and prepare dental equipment and instrumentation in accordance with established regulations and guidelines, which includes decontaminating, inspecting, assembling,wrappingand packaging complex sets of instruments for sterilization. Stocks supplies and replenishes sterilization area. Operate and maintain sterilization equipment. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Performs all testing based on OSHAstandards Keeps sterilization room in superior condition meeting OSHA standards with 100% accuracy. Maintains accurate OSHA records for all testing and maintenance performed. Collects and prepares disposal of hazardous waste. Helpsset up treatmentarea Performs duties within OSHA, HIPAA,healthcare,andorthodonticregulations Other duties as required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge ofOrthodontics and associated treatmentappliances and equipment used Action-oriented and taking initiative, being adaptive and flexible in a changing environment Understand and can effectively communicatewith other team members Compassion and high level of service for our patients, parents, and staff Integrity, always doing the right thing Ability to handle confidential information and protect patient confidentiality Dependable, reliable to be at work when scheduled Attention to detail Able tostay organized and follow instruction Professional manner and appearanceat all times Computer skills: Microsoft office andWeb Browser Education and Experience High School Diploma, GED or equivalent 1-3 Years Relative Experience #J-18808-Ljbffr