The position is responsible for the sterile processing of dental instruments, equipment sanitation, operatory turnover, and maintaining compliance with infection control guidelines. As a key member of the dental support team, this position will ensure that all instruments are properly decontaminated, packaged, sterilized, and tracked in accordance with CDC, OSHA, and ADA guidelines.
Responsibilities
Instrument Decontamination & Sterilization : Clean, inspect, and safely handle contaminated instruments; operate ultrasonic cleaners, washer-disinfectors, and autoclaves while following strict sterilization protocols.
Inventory & Storage Management : Store sterilized instruments in clean areas, rotate stock using FIFO practices, and assist with tracking and restocking supplies.
Operatory Turnover & Support : Help clean and reset treatment rooms between patients, disinfect surfaces, and replenish chairside kits and supplies.
Infection Control & Compliance : Adhere to OSHA, CDC, and ADA guidelines, use proper PPE, and report any equipment or protocol issues to management.
Equipment Maintenance & Recordkeeping : Perform basic maintenance on sterilization equipment, log sterilization cycles and testing, and maintain all compliance documentation.
Requirements
None
Required Licensure/Certification:
Sterile Processing experience
Prior general or specialty dental experience
Strong attention to detail, organization and commitment to infection control standards
EDUCATION:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$17.60 - $19.00
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14626
Benefits
Health insuranceDental insuranceEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Job Title: Dental Sterilization Technician
Department: Dental
Location: Dental Group - Ridgeway (2655 Ridgeway Avenue, Suite 360)
Hours Per Week: Per Diem
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8a-5p
Rrhs · Dental Group - Ridgeway