- Competitive pay which matches your abilities and experience
- Health coverage for you and your family
- Generous number of vacation days per year
- A robust wellness plan and health club discounts
- Continuing education assistance to grow and further your talents
- 403(B) plan with company matching
- We're looking for someone to join our team as a Sterilization Technician who:
- The Dental Sterilization Technician assists in performance of quality, caring, and clinical dentistry by preparing operatories and sterilizing or disinfecting clinical equipment. The Dental Sterilization Technician will also assist the dentist, dental hygienist, and dental assistants with sterilization of instruments and with chairside dental assisting when appropriate. Will be required to complete Dental Infection and prevention course within 90 days of hire.
Essential Functions: - Sterilize instruments before and after patient use. Disinfect operatories before and after use.
- Appropriately select/use correct cleaning method (manual or mechanical) and cleaning chemicals required for each item. Accurately load/unload and operate ultrasonic cleaners, autoclaves, etc. to ensure items are clean and safe for handling. Keep hand pieces properly maintained. Ensure that vacuum lines, unit, chair, light, instruments, and try set ups are thoroughly disinfected and properly sterilized at all times
- Set up instrument trays and prepare materials for patients treated by the dentist or dental hygienist.
- Ensure rooms are properly equipped and stocked with inventory and re-order when necessary.
- Perform regular maintenance of equipment throughout dental office. Verify correct cycle parameters, ensure spore tests are done regularly and monitored.
- When called upon, assist the dentist or dental hygienist in layout of instruments and transfer of instruments utilizing approved dental assisting principles. Basic dental assisting skills will be taught on the job. Assist the operator in preparation and delivery of dental materials when requested.
- Assist dental hygienist with periodontal charting or other charting needs.
- Learn and comply with Clinica Sierra Vista's administrative and clinical policies and procedures.
- Comply with State and Federal OSHA laws, infection control, safety standards in the dental office and operatory, including but not limited to wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) barriers such as gloves, gowns, and eyewear; disinfecting and sterilizing instruments and treatment areas; and disposing properly of contaminated or bio-hazardous waste/materials.
- Notify manager of equipment trouble/need to report an issue or any general safety concerns.
- Maintain professional working environment within the office team.
- Attend and participate in office meetings and other meetings as assigned.
- Adhere to OSHA compliant uniform attire and basic personal hygiene standards as per CSV policy.
- Attend continuing education and training seminars as scheduled.
- Provide supportive care for patients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Handle protected health information (PHI) in a manner consistent with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
- Perform other work-related duties as required.
You'll be successful with the following qualifications: - Relevant associate degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have certificate from accredited dental assisting program, RDA.
- Preferably bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Graduate from high school.
- Possession of State Radiological Certification.
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Job DescriptionClinica Sierra Vista is excited to be one of the largest Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Nation We're honored to serve the men and women of the fields. We also offer care and support to the inner city, the rural and isolated, those of low, moderate, and fixed incomes, and families from an array of cultural backgrounds who speak several languages. We don't inquire about immigration status because we simply don't need to know. If you come to us, we will treat you like any other patient.As we grow our team, we are looking for individuals who believe the patient is always #1.
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Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they're counting on us.
Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team
