Dental Sterilization Tech (Beavercreek Clinic)

About the role

The Clackamas County Health Centers Division – Dental Health Clinics is seeking a highly motivated and versatile individual to join our team as a Dental Sterilization Technician at our Beavercreek Clinic.

Responsibilities

• Decontaminate, clean, assemble, wrap, sterilize, and distribute dental instruments, trays, and clinical supplies in accordance with infection control standards and standard precautions.
• Operate and monitor sterilization equipment, ensuring proper cycle parameters are met and documented.
• Perform and document biological and chemical indicator testing to verify sterilization effectiveness and regulatory compliance.
• Inspect instruments and equipment for cleanliness, function, and safety; remove defective items from service and report maintenance needs.
• Conduct routine testing, preventive maintenance checks, and basic servicing of sterilization equipment.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and report equipment malfunctions to appropriate staff or vendors.
• Maintain sterilization logs, maintenance records, and compliance documentation.
• Support waterline maintenance, testing, and shocking procedures to ensure clinical safety standards are met.
• Maintain, organize, label, and restock instruments, supplies, and equipment to ensure readiness for daily clinic operations.
• Monitor supply levels within sterile processing, operatories, and storage areas; assist with ordering and distribution of materials.
• Prepare and turnover operatories in accordance with infection control and clinic protocols.
• Support efficient clinical workflow by ensuring timely availability of sterile instruments and materials.
• Contribute to clinic workflow efficiency and timely patient care.
• Answer and screen back office phone calls for late arrivals and walk-ins.
• Schedule patients with dental providers based on treatment urgency and program guidelines; conduct reminder calls as needed.
• Support patient outreach, care coordination, and program services to enhance access and continuity of care.

Requirements

• Licenses/Certifications (required at the time of hire): Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate. Successful completion of the Infection Control Exam within two months of hire following on-the-job training. OSHA compliant uniform attire (Dental scrubs).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office(Excel, Word, Outlook).

Preferred Special Qualifications

• Experience and training in Dental Sterilization that demonstrates the required knowledge and skills.
• Experience working in a dental clinic environment.
• Basic knowledge of sterilization and infection control equipment and practices.
• Completion of a Dental/Medical Sterile Processing Technician Certification or Program.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Package, Including 12 hours of vacation accrued per month Eligible newly hired employees will have the one-time option to frontload their first year of vacation accruals!
• 8 hours of sick accrued per month 10 paid holidays and 1 personal day per year
• A variety of additional optional benefits (see link below for additional information)

Prioritizing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We encourage and support employee health and wellness by offering health and wellness classes and events, and alternative care benefits, so you can customize your wellness needs to fit your lifestyle.

Contact Information

To apply, visit our website and submit your online application. For questions or assistance, contact the Department of Human Resources at 503-655-8459 or email jobs@clackamas.us. Our office hours are Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Pacific Time (closed on Fridays).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Clackamas County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.