Sterilization Technician at Jordan Valley Community Health Center

Springfield, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sterilization, OSHA Standards, Instrument Tracking, Spore Testing, Equipment Maintenance, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Attention to Detail

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description *Temporary/PRN* About Jordan Valley Community Health Center: Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare. Job Summary: The Sterilization Technician is responsible for keeping dental instruments clean, sanitized, organized and ready for use. Key Responsibilities: Familiar with and follows OSHA standards. Ensures that instruments are sterilized as soon as feasible as they are brought into central sterilization. Maintains the cleanliness and order of all areas of sterilization. Keeps accurate logs of spore testing. Uses the system in place to monitor and track the instruments through sterilization. Keeps the dental director apprised of any issues or concerns with equipment, supplies or procedures related to sterilization. Is responsive to special requests or needs of the providers with regard to instruments and handpieces. All other duties as assigned. Benefits Overview: Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage: Three comprehensive plan options (Buy-up, Base, and High Deductible) through UnitedHealthcare's Choice Plus network, covering various deductibles and out-of-pocket limits. Includes access to telemedicine services via Teladoc. Health Savings Account (HSA): Available for employees in the High Deductible Plan with employer contributions and tax advantages. Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Options for both healthcare and dependent care FSAs, allowing pre-tax contributions for qualified expenses. Dental and Vision Coverage: Dental insurance through Cigna’s DPPO network and vision coverage through EyeMed’s Insight network. Retirement Plan: Pre-tax and Roth 403(b) retirement plans with a 5% employer match starting after 30 days of employment. Life and Disability Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D insurance provided at no cost, with the option to purchase additional coverage. Long-term and short-term disability insurance are also available. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free confidential support for personal and professional challenges, including counseling and crisis intervention. Additional Voluntary Benefits: Options for critical illness, accident, hospital care, and pet insurance through MetLife. Pay on Demand Available. Holidays: Nine paid holidays per year. Health Requirements: All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace. Application Process: Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Requirements Required Qualifications: Ability to stand for long periods of time. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a healthcare setting. Education may be substituted for lack of experience. IAHCSMM sterilization certification.

Responsibilities

The Sterilization Technician is responsible for keeping dental instruments clean, sanitized, organized and ready for use. This includes following OSHA standards and maintaining the cleanliness of sterilization areas.