Dental Sterilization Aide, Clackamas Clinic (On-Call, Days)

Job Summary :

Under the direct supervision of the Dental Office Manager of Clinical Services Supervisor, provide support to dental assistants and providers in maintaining a sterile and aseptic environment in the assigned dental office.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Sterilize and process / store dental instruments in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines. Weekly Biological monitoring. Maintenance of sterilization equipment in accordance with manufacturers instructions. Clean sterilization and other clinical equipment, including operations, operatory equipment and handpieces, in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines and the manufacturers recommendations. Mix disinfectant solutions.
• Assist in restocking operatories after patients use in accordance with established guidelines. Receive and ship dental lab cases. Verify accuracy of mailing slips with cases. Pour impressions and trim models. Clean lab cases and laboratory equipment in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines. Maintain a clean and orderly laboratory. Assist in cleaning operatories after patients use in accordance with Infection Control Guidelines, under the direction of the provider or dental assistant. Monitor shipment and receipt of handpieces for routine maintenance. Order / replace secondary hazard communication container labels as needed. Participate in the confirmation calling process. Enter / receive selected information into / from the Programs automated dental information system, such as Perio charting. Participate in maintaining an adequate inventory of dental instruments and supplies within the assigned dental office. Conforms with established dress code and takes appropriate precautions to protect clothing from soiling and contamination, consistent with established infection control guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the office manager or supervisory personnel that are consistent with the individuals training and experience in an active and cooperative manner.

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

Education

License, Certification, Registration

Additional Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Notes :

Position is part of replacement pool.

Days / Times vary.

Travel Gresham, Glisan, Rockwood, Johnson Creek, Eastmoreland, Oregon City dental.

PrimaryLocation : Oregon,Clackamas,Clackamas Dental Offices

HoursPerWeek : 1

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat,

WorkingHoursStart : 06 : 30 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 06 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Call-in / On-Call

Job Type : Standard

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : W06|SEIU|Local 49

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Category : Dental Support

Department : Clackamas Dental - Dental Office - 1008

Travel : Yes, 100 % of the Time

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.