Sterilization Technician

About SAC Health:

SAC Health’s mission is to reflect the healing ministry & love of Jesus Christ 

through healthcare, education & partnerships that empower our communities to flourish 

SAC Health’s Core Values: 

Quality Healthcare – providing patient-centered, culturally-sensitive, equitable care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, while seeking to prevent illness & disability 
Teamwork – working together to achieve a common goal, with a willingness to serve each other in a Christ-like manner  
Wholeness – ministering to the spiritual, physical, mental & emotional needs of others  
Integrity – living & working in an authentic, honest way that inspires trust  
Compassion – engaging with the needs & suffering of others, out of concern for their wellbeing 
Excellence – striving to exceed expectations for our patients, community, & staff  
Humble Service – caring with a kind & selfless spirit  
Respect – holding others in high regard by empowering them to reach their God-given potential 

DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for the sterilization, maintenance, and organization of instruments and storage of dental/medical instruments, maintenance of the ultrasonic cleaner, autoclave, and other materials in the sterilization area. Also tracks inventory to assist Lead Dental Assistant with supply shortage list when needed. Must perform standard OSHA standards and office SOP’s concerning the cleaning and handling of instruments and the handling of bio hazardous waste. The technician will work for the entire health center (Dental Residents). Performs other duties as assigned.

Hours:  4/10 schedule 

Location : San Bernardino, CA

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DELIVERABLES: 

• Clean, decontaminate, inspect and track reusable instrumentation; Utilize personal protective barrier.
• Clean ultrasonic tab and replace cold solution every 28 days or per SACHS/OSHA guidelines, policy and procedures.
• Disassemble, clean, identify and separate varied and complex dental and medical instrumentation appropriately, maintain a separation of the dirty and clean side of the sterilization area while performing duties.
• Break down trays as they come in from exams and treatments; disposes of single use items and disposables in accordance with SOP’s.
• Review, assemble and package instrumentation singles, cassettes in preparation for sterilization.
• Sterilize items according to product requirements to include compliance with all regulatory board and safety requirements; Collect, receive and maintain log for reusable instruments for sterilization processing.
• Responsible for daily stocking of sterilization supplies and instruments for  dental and medical department; Perform quality assurance, documentation and quality control activities on all instrumentation, equipment, and biological testing appropriately.
• Familiar and practice infection control protocol and OSHA guidelines; Discard sharps containers thru disposal system.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education:  High school diploma or equivalent. Graduated from ADA-accredited dental assisting course.  
• Licensure/Certification:  Current CPR, valid CA Driver’s License. Must have Hepatitis B series completed. 
• Experience:  Minimum of one-year experience preferred. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. As a requirement of this position, you must receive EPIC certification for the module you have been hired into. 
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Ability to answer phones, communicate with patients and staff.  Must be able to perform the everyday tasks (typing, assisting, walking, etc.) required of position. 

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Must not now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visas. 
 

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Full Benefits Package:

• PTO and Sick Leave Plans
• Medical / Dental / Vision package
• Monthly Health Insurance Premium Rates among the lowest in the industry
• Retirement Account with up to 8% employer contribution
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Fitness Facility access
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 1 Paid Birthday Holiday

EEO

SAC Health complies with applicable Federal and State civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.