Sterilization Technician

About the role

Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in North Carolina. Dedicated to delivering top-tier, accessible, and inclusive primary healthcare, PHS has proudly served for 55 years and remains the largest community health center in central NC. Operating 11 Community Health Centers, two PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) SeniorCare facilities, and 2 Mobile Health Units, PHS extends its services to residents across five counties, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Orange, and Lee.

Responsibilities

• Open and Close of Dental Center.
• Appropriately clean dental chair, dental unit, sinks, counter tops and floors.
• Maintain inventory supply.
• Flush and clean dental units daily.
• Clean, lubricate, sterilize handpieces and instruments upon completion of procedure.
• Maintains professional demeanor in all interactions with patients and staff.
• Functions independently and completes assignments with minimal supervision.
• Adapts to changes in the work environment.
• Maintains acceptable attendance record.
• Observes work schedule by being punctual for shift, observing designated break schedule area while on duty.
• Adheres to all applicable Center and department rules, policies and procedures.
• Participates in continuing education, in-services, staff development and meetings.
• Consistently works in a positive and cooperative manner with other employees in and outside of departmental unit.
• Values and incorporates the contributions of people from diverse backgrounds; demonstrates respect for the opinions and ideas of others.
• Aid in training and orientation of new staff.
• Shares information and own expertise with others to enable them to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Aid in the performance of other team members' assignments.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Required: Must be 18 years of age or older
• Preferred: Current/valid License: None
• Immunizations: Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date prior to beginning employment

Qualifications

• Pay Range: $17.85 - $23.99 (commensurate with years of experience)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (Short & Long Term Disability)
• 403(b) Plan
• Paid Holidays
• CME (Continuing Medical Education)