Sterilization Technician

At Stafford Oral Surgery and Specialists, we pride ourselves on offering a funergetic place to work and are fanatically focused on providing excellent care. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about dentistry and eager to expand their skill level in all three areas of our practice: Periodontics, Oral Surgery and Endodontics. What are we about? We are for celebrating our team by rewarding hard work through monthly bonus potential, celebrating wins and each other. We believe strongly that if you like where you work and who you work with, the rest falls into place. Our doctors are highly engaged in your success and have a passion for helping you succeed.  If this appeals to you we want you to apply, because we challenge you to find better!

Join our team as a Sterilization Technician and start your career in the dental field! This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and safety in a dental setting

The Sterilization Technician performs sterilization according to OSHA standards, infection control, organization, inventory of supplies and back up seating of patients.

• Sterilize and disinfect dental instruments using ADA protocols.
• Prepare trays with standard dental equipment to ensure effective patient turnover.
• Observe and maintain all OSHA guidelines and standards.
• Responsible for all dental instruments being cleaned, stored and sterilized using autoclave.
• Operating, monitoring and cleaning of sterilization equipment.
• Perform daily and weekly infection control test to ensure optimum sterility.
• Periodontal charting for hygiene, as needed.

• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Dental assistant certification where required.
• Maintain annual OSHA, HIPAA, BLS and infection control training as required by law.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to establish a rapport with patient.
• Proficiency with computer software.

In return for providing an excellent patient experience, we offer a great benefits package to include health and dental benefits, 401(k), holiday pay and paid time off.