Dental Sterilization Tech

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES-Ensures instruments are sterilized as soon as feasible when received into central sterilization.Decontaminates and sterilizes instruments, dental supplies and equipment, and assembles, wraps and sterilizes trays ofFollows proper Standard Precautions while in decontamination and sterilization areas.Perform all opening, closing and maintenance procedures as described in sterilization and maintenance policies, as well as other duties as delegated by Lead Dental Assistant.Restock and maintain an inventory of dental supplies and instruments to assure a constant level is always available. Communicate to the Lead Dental Assistant any supplies that need replenishing or replacement.Maintain in/out logs for the dental laboratory orders in a manner that assures completeness and accuracy.Maintain proper pre-set trays and ensure they are ready for anticipated procedures. Proactively review notes in patients' charts to set-up for the planned treatment. Gather and ready all necessary materials and instruments needed for treatment.Prepare operatory for patient reception and assure it is as aseptic as possible for patient welfare.Check and document patient's vital signs and health history in accordance with departmental policies.Enter patient data and dental chart information into Electronic Dental Record (EDR) system in an accurate, thorough, and timely manner.Assist clinical staff in optimizing patient flow. This will include restocking items, seating patients, 'floating', and supporting other dental team members with patient care.Assist the assigned dentist with referrals, and other processes involved in providing high quality dental care.Monitors biological and chemical solution to ensure quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and dentalVerifies that equipment functionsMaintains a clean workMaintains cleanliness and order of all areas ofPerforms environmental maintenance duties and assists in maintaining inventory levels in sterile processing, the dental treatment rooms, and in equipment storage areas.Keeps accurate logs of sporeRestocks, labels, and maintainsUses the system to monitor and track instruments throughKeeps the Chief Dental Officer apprised of any issues or concerns with equipment, supplies or procedures related toMeets the needs and special requests of the providers with regard to instruments and handMaintains familiarity with and complies with OSHAPromotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team to facilitate the Dental Center's ability to meet goals andFollows the Exposure Control Plans/Bloodborne and AirborneMaintains personal growth by attending all meetings and in-services.Participates in CQI activities and staffUtilizes effective means to resolveUtilizes effective verbal and written communicationMay be required to participate in departmental and organizational quality improvement projects.Other related duties as assigned by Chief Dental Officer.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES-Maintains a professional relationship and positive attitude with co-workers, the public, patients, and all NSCHC staff, Board of Directors andMust be accurate and detail-orientedMust be receptive to training and have the ability to retain information of the assigned duties and responsibilities.Strives to learn more and is receptive to learning different ways of doing things.Demonstrates the ability to understand the overall purpose of clinical care and importance of support staff.Able to demonstrate judgment, patience, integrity, organization, and prioritization in multi-task environment.Ability to multitask and follow directions in fast paced clinic environment. Must be reliable and punctual.Ability and willingness to treat all patients with the utmost kindness and consideration, regardless of the situation.Understanding of community-based organizations preferredAbility to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religious and economic statusAbility to work independently and collaborativelyAttend a minimum of one outreach event per calendar yearCommitment to NSCHC faith-based mission to provide care to all who request it, without judgmentQUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYMENT) -High School Diploma or equivalentKnowledge of dental processes and procedures preferred, but not required.Conducting inspections of instruments and sterilization machines.Must be able to reach above shoulder level to work. Must be able to bend, squat and sit, stand, stoop, crouch, kneel, twist, turnAct 33 with renewalAct 34 with renewalAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalAnnual influenza vaccine