Sterilization Technician

Position title

Dental Sterilization Technician

Department

Dental

Reports to title

Dental Back Office Supervisor

Dlse/Flsa status: ()

____Exempt/Salaried position

__X_Nonexempt/Hourly position

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES (does this position have direct reports)

No

Location: Davis and Woodland, CA; this position will spend 20 hours a week at both sites

Schedule: Full Time; Monday- Friday 8am-5pm

Pay range

$25.58 to $31.26 hourly

About CommuniCare+OLE

Established in 2023, CommuniCare+OLE is the result of a union of two health centers with deep roots in their respective communities and reputations for providing high-quality primary care to all, regardless of insurance or ability to pay: OLE Health of Napa and Solano Counties and CommuniCare Health Centers of Yolo County. Building on a legacy established by both organizations in 1972, CommuniCare+OLE is a network of federally-qualified health centers with 17 sites across Napa, Solano, and Yolo Counties. It offers comprehensive care, including medical, dental, behavioral health and substance use treatment, nutrition, optometry, pharmacy, care coordination, referrals, and enrollment assistance to more than 70,000 individuals, and no one is turned away due to lack of insurance, immigration status, or ability to pay. Many services are offered outside of its sites, including mobile health, home visiting, and community and school-based programs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Employer covers 90% of employee medical, dental and vision premium and 50% of dependent premium
• 18 days of PTO (Vacation & Sick)
• 10 Paid Holidays + 1 Float Holiday
• 2% employer match with employee 4% Contribution 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement of up to $2,000 per Calendar Year for part-time and full-time employees (prorated per Full-Time Equivalent)
• Life & Accidental Insurance Coverage
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Limited FSA Options

Job summary/Overview

The Sterilization Technician (ST) works ensures dental instruments are clean, sterilized, and prepared for the procedure. Under direct supervision, the Sterilization Technician will conduct and organize documentation of sterility assurance testing including biological indicators, perform maintenance of sterilization equipment, and maintain inventory of sterilization. They may also provide support to the care team such as setting up, breaking down, and disinfection of the dental operatory.

CommuniCare+OLE provides an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity and life experience.

CommuniCare+OLE encourages people of all backgrounds to apply including, but not limited to, Black, Indigenous Peoples,

people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, individuals of

all ages and religions, and individuals who have been affected by the legal system.

You are welcome here.

***The following reflects requirements and essential functions of this position but does not restrict tasks that may be assigned. Essential functions include basic job duties, core elements, or fundamental responsibilities that an employee must perform to hold the position. Employees must be able to perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation (accommodation may be requested). Duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive, and they may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time, due to reasonable accommodation or any other reason. ***

Minimum position requirements: Education, experience, skills/Training

1.

Education

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• One-year certificate from college or technical school; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

2. Experience/Lived Experience

• Knowledge of dental instruments, materials, and equipment preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills required.
• Ability to multitask and follow directions in a fast-paced clinic environment.

3. Special Skills/Training

Must obtain CPR (BLS) certification and complete an Infection Control course.

Essential functions and responsibilities

1.

Uses appropriate PPE during sterilization, maintaining clean to dirty flow of sterilization to prevent contamination.

2.

Sterilizes, maintains, bags, wraps, initials, and dates all instruments that are processed to be used in the Dental department per established procedures.

3.

Decontaminates instruments before placement into ultrasonic following OSHA standards of sterilization.

4.

Sterilizes dental instruments per manufactures instructions.

5.

Package instruments and place in sterilizer per established sterilization procedures.

6.

Monitors and verifies the effectiveness of the sterilization process by utilizing indicators to ensure critical parameters are met.

7.

Supports appropriate documentation for each sterilized load.

8.

Operates and maintains steam autoclaves per manufactures instructions.

9.

Maintain adequate inventory that supports sterilization need.

10.

Completes sterilization of instruments to best support patient flow needs.

11.

Ensures all sterilization equipment is maintained and reports any issues as they arise.

12.

Organizes and stores all instruments in a clear and functional manner. Place the newest sterilized pouches in the back.

13.

Turns over operatories, transporting dirty instruments to the sterilization area safely for processing.

14.

Monitors spore testing and biological indicators to ensure quality of sterilization

15.

Prepare procedure set up trays.

16.

Attends and participates in required meetings, trainings, and educational programs.

17.

Performs other duties as assigned.