Job Overview As a Sterilization Technician, you'll help protect patients and support surgical teams by preparing safe, ready-to-use dental instruments and equipment. You'll carry out each step of sterile processing with care, from decontamination and inspection to assembly, packaging, sterilization, and storage.

Your impact:

Consistent infection prevention helps patients receive safer care and gives clinical teams confidence in the instruments they use. Responsibilities Decontaminate, inspect, assemble, and package surgical instruments using aseptic technique and established sterile processing procedures. Operate sterilizers and other medical equipment; follow instructions for sterilization, handling, and endoscope reprocessing. Maintain inventory, organize supplies, and report missing, damaged, or malfunctioning equipment. Apply infection control and infection prevention practices, including healthcare infection prevention and control requirements. Use medical terminology and knowledge of anatomy and physiology to identify instruments and support accurate processing. Qualifications and Requirements High school diploma or GED preferred or required, depending on the employer. Previous experience in sterile processing, healthcare, or medical instrument reprocessing is preferred. Knowledge of infection control, aseptic techniques, and sterilization procedures. Ability to follow written instructions and established safety protocols. Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management. Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move instrument trays as required.

Pay:

From $16.00 per hour Expected hours: 30.0 - 36.0 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Work Location:

In person