Sterile Processing Technician

Sterile Processing Technician-

The Dental Sterile Processing Technician supports safe efficient clinical sterilization operations for the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine (LCSDM) Clinics by ensuring all instruments equipment and operatories meet infection prevention and sterilization standards. The technician performs instrument decontamination sterilization storage and distribution; maintains sterilization documentation and quality assurance logs; supports operatory turnover; and assists with inventory control and supply stocking. This role works closely with faculty students and clinic staff and supports compliance with CDC infection control recommendations and OSHA standards. This position reports to the LCSDM Clinic Manager and ultimately the Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform instrument receiving sorting and decontamination using appropriate PPE and workflows (dirty-to-clean separation).
• Clean disinfect inspect assemble and package instruments/cassettes according to manufacturer IFUs and clinic protocols.
• Operate and maintain sterilization equipment (e.g. autoclaves/sterilizers ultrasonic cleaners instrument washers) and document cycle data.
• Conduct and document required sterilization monitoring (mechanical chemical indicators and biological spore testing) and escalate failures per policy.
• Label date store and rotate sterile packs; distribute instruments and supplies to operatories and specialty areas as needed.
• Support operatory turnover by ensuring treatment rooms are stocked barriers are placed/removed appropriately and surfaces are cleaned/disinfected per protocol.
• Track instrument flow to reduce loss maintain kit completeness and ensure timely availability for clinic sessions and student needs.
• Maintain accurate logs SDS access maintenance records and incident reports; protect confidential information as applicable.
• Monitor and restock sterile processing and operatory supplies; assist with ordering receiving and inventory organization.
• Participate in infection control audits safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives; assist with training students/staff on proper instrument handling and infection prevention practices.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of infection prevention principles for dental settings including aseptic technique and safe handling of sharps and contaminated instruments.
• Ability to follow manufacturer instructions for use (IFUs) clinic policies and standardized sterile processing workflows.
• Skill in operating sterilization and cleaning equipment and accurately documenting cycle/monitoring results.
• Strong attention to detail organization and time management in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to support clinic schedules and respond to urgent instrument needs.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills; ability to interact professionally with students faculty and staff.
• Basic computer skills for documentation/logs; ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Commitment to safety confidentiality and compliance with clinic policies and regulatory guidelines.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma/GED required.
• Experience: Sterile processing dental assisting or clinical support experience preferred (equivalent related experience considered).
• Certifications (preferred): Sterile processing certification (e.g. CRCST) or dental infection control training (or ability to obtain within a defined period).
• Compliance: Ability to support compliance with OSHA and clinic infection control policies; follow required PPE and exposure-control procedures.

Lyon College is a USN&WR top tier national liberal arts college and recognized by Forbes as One of Americas Top Colleges. Founded in 1872 the College is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in Arkansas and offers undergraduates exceptional preparation for their post-baccalaureate objectives particularly in STEM fields Business Economics and Accounting and the Arts. The Lyon College Institute of Health Sciences in Little Rock will house the Colleges professional programs including the School of Oral Health and Dental Medicine as well as the School of Veterinary Medicine.

Interested candidates should apply electronically at Review of the applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. To learn more about Lyon College go to .

Lyon College does not discriminate with respect to the hiring of applicants or with respect to the terms conditions or privileges of employment because of race color religion gender age disability sexual orientation or national origin. It is the continuing policy of Lyon College to comply with any applicable state and federal law regarding equal employment opportunities.

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Required Experience:

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