Sterile Technician

Sterile Technician Position

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

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

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.

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

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

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 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.