Sterile Technician

Overview

About Us

The Smile Lodge Pediatric Dentistry is a fun, fast-paced, team-oriented dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for children in a positive, supportive environment. We are looking for a reliable, detail-oriented, and motivated Sterile Technician to join our team at our Clifton Park, NY location.

No prior dental or sterilization experience is required. We provide on-the-job training and support to help you build the skills needed to succeed in this important role. If you take pride in organization, cleanliness, and supporting a team that delivers outstanding patient care, we would love to meet you!

Schedule: Full-Time, 4 x 10-hour shifts

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour
What We Offer

• A 4-day work week
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) options
• Consistent weekday schedule with no weekends
• On-the-job training and development opportunities
• Annual performance-based raises
• Supportive team culture and growth opportunities

Position Summary

The Sterilization Technician is responsible for sterilizing, cleaning, wrapping, storing, and distributing instruments, supplies, and equipment used in patient care. This role plays a critical part in maintaining OSHA standards, supporting clinical efficiency, and ensuring the safe operation of all sterilization processes and equipment.
Responsibilities

• Complete all morning sterilization tasks between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM
• Turn tanks and wall systems on and off daily according to office procedures
• Retrieve dirty instruments and equipment from clinical areas and return them to sterilization for cleaning and processing
• Clean, disinfect, sterilize, inspect, assemble, and distribute instruments, equipment, trays, and packs
• Operate autoclaves and other sterilization equipment safely and effectively
• Prepare supplies and equipment for patient procedures
• Adhere to OSHA standards by consistently wearing appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Stock hygiene bays, operative rooms, and sterilization areas with the appropriate supplies and instruments
• Maintain inventory levels to ensure materials are available when needed
• Complete laundry throughout the day to keep towels, staff undershirts, doctor jackets, and maternity scrubs available
• Complete two daily counts of hygiene handpieces to ensure instruments have not been discarded accidentally
• Properly maintain sterilization equipment to ensure continued functionality
• Oil handpieces, clean and replace isolites, and perform routine equipment maintenance
• Change out scalers requiring sharpening
• Run water lines according to the established schedule
• Clean and set up trays to support patient flow throughout the day
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workspace
• Wipe counters and sinks at least twice daily

Non-Essential Tasks

• Complete weekly spore testing
• Roll hygiene bags during downtime
• Assist with breaking down, cleaning, and setting up operatories between patient appointments as needed
• Support teammates and contribute to a positive work environment
• Embody The Smile Lodge standards by being a great teammate, delivering a high-quality patient and employee experience, and maintaining dependable attendance
• Complete additional projects and duties assigned by leadership

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• No prior experience necessary, recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to follow infection control and safety procedures
• Dependable, professional, and eager to learn
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Must be available to work a full-time weekday schedule

Join Our Team

Join The Smile Lodge Pediatric Dentistry and play an essential role in creating a safe, efficient, and positive experience for our patients and team members every day. Your dedication behind the scenes helps ensure every child receives exceptional care in a clean and welcoming environment.

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