Sterilization Technician 2
- Operated and maintained steam autoclaves by using distilled water, checking for leaks and cleaning air traps and water sensors.
- Purged waste from equipment by connecting equipment to water sources and flushing water through systems.
- Received deliveries to stock supply closet and manage inventory of dental products and equipment.
- Maintained records on sterilizing procedures and parameters.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Ordered and restocked supplies for decontamination and surgical areas.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Responded to equipment malfunctions by troubleshooting and repairing broken and malfunctioning equipment.
- Sterilized and disinfected dental instruments to prevent growth of bacteria on instruments and surfaces, using American Dental Association protocols.
- Prepared trays with standard dental instruments to promote quick turnover from one patient to next.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.