Sterlization Technician

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sterilization Technician’s responsibilities include retrieving contaminated instruments/supplies, delivering sterile instruments/supplies, maintaining inventory, and preparing sterile instrument trays for clinical procedures. This position ensures that CMC is in compliance with regulatory best practices and reports to the Center Manager and/or Back Office Supervisor.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Certification in Sterile Processing certificate, MA/DA certificate and/or equivalent to one year experience in sterilization processing.
• Strong attention to detail, vigilance, and meticulous care on the job.
• Good judgment and critical-thinking skills.
• Manual dexterity and the ability to handle fragile equipment.
• The ability to work well in a team or independently.
• Maintains a clean work area.
• Travel to different locations as needed.
• Training is required upon hire and annually on CDC disinfection, sterilization procedures and transporting biohazardous material.
• Valid California Driver's license, proof of insurance and personal transportation
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate or ability to obtain BLS certificate before date of hire is preferred.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
• Adhere to infection control standards by staying current with changes as they occur.
• Assists with maintaining established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality improvement, safety, and environmental and infection control standards.
• Process dental instruments and patient care items through the sterilization process safely and efficiently adhering to Manufacture Instructions for Use (MIFU).
• Complete autoclave logs appropriately to meet audit standards.
• Maintain sterilization equipment by following manufacture maintenance guidelines and intervals.
• Testing and reporting any issues or problems with the sterilization equipment.
• Assist with turning over operatories which can include transporting dirty instruments to the sterilization area for processing.
• Assist with ordering of clinical supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of dental/medical assistant principles and practices
• Knowledge of how to sterilize instruments.
• Knowledge of preventive health concepts
• Knowledge of basic office management techniques
• Knowledge of medical/dental equipment and instruments used to assist in administering care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skilled in developing and maintaining clinic quality assurance.
• Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and documentation.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to communicate clearly.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Sterilization Technician job demands include sitting/standing for prolonged periods, frequently walking and reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills are needed. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Must have the ability to lift/push/pull greater than 50 pounds. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, cold, noise, radiation, blood/body fluids, and infectious diseases.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed in an office environment within a clinic setting. Involves frequent contact with staff and the public. Work may be stressful at times. Contact may involve dealing with upset people.

Community Medical Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is CMC’s policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors except where otherwise provided by law.