Sterilization Technician

Tired of the daily grind of a boring and unfulfilling 8-5, but want to keep those hours? Ever wish you could work with people that feel like family?Well, look no more… A once in a lifetime opportunity has just opened up! Smoky Mountain Dentistry is growing their dental practice.If you are a team player with a passion for excellent patient care in a fast paced, family center office please send your resume to consideration to fill this amazing position, with one of the best dental practices in WNC! 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.$15-18/hour2025-16154

Created: 2025-07-14