What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Sterilization Tech position at Village Family Dental?
About Knowles Smith and Associates
Founded in 1985 by Dr. Michael Knowles in St. Pauls, North Carolina, our practice began as a small, community-focused dental office. Committed to enhancing dental care for our rural community, we pioneered the concept of the "Family Dental Group Practice," centralizing care under one roof by bringing in specialists directly to our office. This model has allowed us to provide comprehensive treatment without the need to refer patients to distant locations, ensuring better continuity of care.
In 1992, Dr. Terrance Smith, a prosthodontist, joined the practice, leading to our name change to Knowles, Smith and Associates, PA, though we operate as Village Family Dental. Over the years, our practice expanded, opening our second office in Hope Mills in 1993, and our third in Fayetteville in 1999. Dr. Faith McGibbon, a pediatric dentist, joined in 1994 and became a partner in 2002.
Today, our Partnership Group includes Dr. Brad Ryan, Dr. Grant Wiles, Dr. Mit Patel, Dr. Jordan Olsen, and Dr. Anuj James, who serves as Managing Partner. In 2002, Southeastern Dental Specialists and Dental Health Associates became part of our family, and in 2018, we introduced Village Kids to our growing network. Most recently, we welcomed Cape Fear Oral Surgery in Fayetteville and Warr Pediatric Dental Associates in High Point, further expanding our reach and commitment to exceptional dental care for families in North Carolina.
Job Description:
Job Purpose:
Primary responsibility is to sterilize instruments and prepare supplies in accordance with OSHA standards . Maintains all equipment used in attaining and assuring sterility. This position has the potential to assist the hygienist and assistants with a variety of oral health care services including radiographs, charting and operatory turnover.
Duties:
- Prepares, cleans, organizes, and closes the sterilization room and lab for daily functions .
- Maintains equipment, instruments, handpieces, burs and armentarium by proper care, cleaning, and sterilization according to OSHA standards and manufacturer's instructions.
- Prepares all instrument packs, handpieces, burs, etc. and distributes to operatories . Consults patient schedule to ensure proper availability of instruments in operatories.
- Assists in preparing operatories when requested .
- Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with OSHA infection control policies for the protection of patients, self and co-workers.
- Maintains laundry daily to include towels, smocks, uniforms, etc. SEE ADENDUM
- Maintains patient confidentiality and conducts herself in a professional manner.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.
Skills/Qualifications :
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent .
- Use of dental technology, infection control, dental procedures, radiographs in later phases,
- Pleasant outgoing, professional demeanor and appearance, Teamwork, thoroughness, organizational skills, self-development.
Knowles, Smith & Associates, LLP and its subsidiaries are committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment. All applicants are considered for employment opportunities without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
