What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sterilization Technician position at Triangle Family Dentistry?
About the Practice
At Triangle Family Dentistry in Apex, our mission is to provide dentistry in the most comfortable environment possible. We help guide our guests to optimal oral health with an emphasis on overall well-being. We deliver the highest possible level of care with empathy and understanding. Our practice works to continuously and relentlessly pursue excellence through continuing education, personal and team growth and mastering of leading edge technology.
Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Benefits Offered
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.
Requisition Number
2025-15111
