Sterilization Technician - Arrow Dental (Portland, Oregon)

Sterilization TechnicianAt Arrow Dental, LLC, we're passionate about helping you on your journey to be better. We are currently seeking a Sterilization Technician in our Dental Clinic located in Portland, Oregon. This position will assist in the management of the dental office infection control plan to meet OSHA and CDC standards. Handles instrument cleaning, sterilization/disinfection and re-circulation. Performs dental treatment room disinfection.Clinic hours Monday-Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pmArrow Dental, a Moda Health subsidiary, primarily serves Medicaid patients. This is to help the community with the large population of Medicaid members that became Medicaid eligible due to the Affordable Care Act. Benefits:Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, and Employee Assistant ProgramPTO and paid company holidays401k and FSAPay Ranges: $17.69 to $21.84 per hour (depending on experience)Required Skills:High school diploma or equivalent; or one to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.0- 2 years dental office experience preferred.Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced dental practice.Ability to read and comprehend, simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.Ability to work well under pressure work with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities.Primary Functions:Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocolsSterilizes and delivers instruments to treatment areas; positions instruments for dentist's access; suctions; passes instrumentsMaintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulationsAdheres to infection-control policies and protocolsEnsures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; calls for repairs when necessaryMaintains dental supplies inventory; places orders for supplies; verifies receipt of suppliesConserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as neededMaintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publicationsContributes to team effortOther duties as assignedArrow Dental seeks to allow equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by law.Arrow Dental values diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We aim to demonstrate our commitment to diversity through all our business practices and invite applications from candidates that share our commitment to this diversity. Our diverse experiences and perspectives help us become a stronger organization. Let's be better together.