Dental Sterilization Technician - Piedmont Health Services, Inc. - Winston Salem, NC

Permanent Dentist Job

Winston Salem, NC

Job Description

About Piedmont Health Services
Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in North Carolina. Dedicated to delivering top-tier, accessible, and inclusive primary healthcare, PHS has proudly served for 54 years and remains the largest community health center in central NC. Operating 10 Community Health Centers, two PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) SeniorCare facilities, and 2 Mobile Health Units, PHS extends its services to residents across five counties, including Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Orange, and Lee.
What's an FQHC?
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) are community-based healthcare providers that receive funds from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Health Center Program to provide primary care services in under-served areas.
Job Title – Sterilization Tech
Department - Dental
Reports to – Dentist
Benefits -

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (Short & Long Term Disability)
403(b) Plan
Paid Holidays
CME (Continuing Medical Education)

About Position: This job will assist in the Dental office. The main focus of the position is to assist the Dental Department in maintaining a sterile
Environment.

Work Location: Moncure
Schedule: Monday: 8am – 6pm, Tuesday: 8am – 6pm, Wednesday: 8am – 6pm, Thursday: 8am – 6pm, Friday: Closed for Dental
Required Travel: None

Duties/ Responsibilities –

Open and Close of Dental Center.
Appropriately clean dental chair, dental unit, sinks, counter tops and floors.
Maintain inventory supply.
Flush and clean dental units daily.
Clean, lubricate, sterilize handpieces and instruments upon completion of procedure.
Maintain and clean autoclave based on manufacture instructions.
Change cold sterilization according to schedule.
Maintains professional demeanor in all interactions with patients and staff.
Functions independently and completes assignments with minimal supervision.
Adapts to changes in the work environment.
Maintains acceptable attendance record.
Observes work schedule by being punctual for shift, observing designated break schedule area while on duty.
Adheres to all applicable Center and department rules, policies and procedures.
Participates in continuing education , in-services, staff development and meetings.
Consistently works in a positive and cooperative manner with other employees in and outside of departmental unit.
Values and incorporates the contributions of people from diverse backgrounds; demonstrates respect for the opinions and ideas of others.
Assist in training and orientation of new staff.
Shares information and own expertise with others to enable them to accomplish goals and objectives.
Seeks out opportunities to help rather than waiting to be asked.
Assist other team members in the performance of their assignment.
Performances all others duties as assigned or needed.

Qualifications –
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Required: Must be 18 years of age or older
Preferred:
Current/valid License: None
Immunizations: None
Pay Range - $15.15 - $20.36
EEO Statement
Piedmont Health Services, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
DEI Statement
Piedmont Health Services, Inc. (PHS) endeavors to maintain an inclusive workplace, one that is reflective of the patient population that we serve and the individuals whom we employ. We strive to incorporate inclusiveness throughout our work culture, including the way that we recruit, support, and retain employees. We believe that having employees from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences is an asset. It helps us to view the world through different lenses embodying the perspectives, opinions, approaches, and values that our employees bring to work daily. In fact, inclusion is woven into the very fabric of our work life, which allows our employees to perform at their highest possible potential.

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