Dental Sterilization Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Yuba City Dental

• Yuba City, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $23.37 - $31.06Hourly, Why work for Ampla Health? 30457 Ampla Health provides the individuals and communities we serve with high quality, comprehensive, community health care that is accessible to all and culturally and linguistically appropriate. Great Benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision 4 weeks paid time off to start. 9 paid holidays 401k and profit sharing Full time, Monday to Friday Great work/home life balance General Purpose Under the supervision of the Dental Supervisor, the Dental Sterilization Technician is responsible for cleaning, sterilizing, and organizing dental instruments and equipment to ensure treatment rooms are fully prepared and patient care runs efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Clean, disinfect, and sterilize dental instruments, supplies, and equipment Assemble, wrap, and prepare instrument trays for clinical use Monitor sterilization equipment and maintain accurate sterilization and spore testing logs Maintain cleanliness and organization of sterilization areas and treatment rooms Restock supplies and assist with inventory management Assist with patient flow by greeting, seating, and dismissing patients as needed Follow OSHA, infection control, and safety protocols Track instruments through sterilization systems and report equipment or supply issues Participate in team meetings, training, and quality improvement activities Support dental providers and clinic staff as needed Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Dental Practice Act/Law & Ethics course completion required OSHA/Infection Control certification required Current CPR certification required Knowledge of dental sterilization processes preferred Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment Work Environment Clinic setting requiring standing, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working around dental equipment and potential exposure to infectious materials.

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