Dental Sterilization Aide, Skyline Dental Office (40hrs, Days)

Under the direct supervision of the Dental Office Manager or Clinical Services Supervisor, provide support to dental assistants and providers in maintaining a sterile and aseptic environment in the assigned dental office.

Responsibilities

• Sterilize and process/store dental instruments in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines.
• Perform weekly Biological monitoring.
• Maintain sterilization equipment in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.
• Clean sterilization and other clinical equipment, including operations, operatory equipment, and handpieces, following Infection Control Guidelines and manufacturers' recommendations.
• Mix disinfectant solutions.
• Assist in restocking operatories after patient use in accordance with established guidelines.
• Receive and ship dental lab cases; verify accuracy of mailing slips with cases.
• Pour impressions and trim models.
• Clean lab cases and laboratory equipment in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory.
• Assist in cleaning operatories after patient use following Infection Control Guidelines, under the direction of the provider or dental assistant.
• Monitor shipment and receipt of handpieces for routine maintenance.
• Order/replace secondary hazard communication container labels as needed.
• Participate in the confirmation calling process.
• Enter/receive selected information into/from the automated dental information system, such as Perio charting.
• Participate in maintaining an adequate inventory of dental instruments and supplies within the assigned dental office.
• Conform with established dress code and take precautions to protect clothing from soiling and contamination, consistent with infection control guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the office manager or supervisory personnel, consistent with the individual's training and experience.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Ability to uphold applicable infection control guidelines at all times to maintain patient safety.
• Ability to pass competency exam (Biological Monitors) at 85% within 30 days of hire/transfer.
• Ability to work in a complex, high-activity environment.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment and practices.
• Two years of experience working with dental care professionals in a high-volume environment.
• Two years of experience with infection control and safety programs.
• Previous Kaiser Permanente work experience and thorough knowledge of KP organizational structure.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25 pounds.
• Ability to stand for a minimum of four hours at a time.

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Shift: Day, variable Saturday.
• Working hours: 07:00 AM – 06:00 PM (variable).
• Workdays: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Pay

$23.15 - $28.18 per hour.

Travel

Yes, 20% of the time between North Lancaster and Keizer Station dental offices.